The duties and responsibilities depend on the needs of the child they care for.
· Assisting with washing and dressing the child
· Preparing their food and helping them eat
· Doing household tasks, such as shopping, tidying, cleaning and laundry
· Getting to know the children, their needs and interests
· Monitoring their health and weight and recording any concerns
· Following care plans, routines, guidelines, risk assessments, and Behaviour Management Plans
· Making sure they take prescribed medications
· Administering medication as required (with training)
· Supporting their mental and physical wellbeing through different activities
· Assisting clients with physical therapy exercises
· Working with other social care and health care professionals
· Mobility support: moving and handling, hoisting
· Acting quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency
Child Care Worker skills and qualifications:
· Sensitivity to and understanding of people
· Ability to do household chores and cook nutritious meals
· The ability to work with different types of people
· Patience and the ability to remain calm during stressful situations
· The ability to work well under pressure
· Attention to detail
· Excellent customer service skills
Child Care Worker experience requirements
The minimum requirement for a Child Care Worker's position is 6 months volunteer work with an organisation that is involved in supporting vulnerable people, such as a care home, hospital or charity.
You must have access to transport to the various sites throughout Hertfordshire.
Guidant Global (BH4SF) is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy