Reports to: Registered Manager
Salary: £14.50 to £15.00
Hours:40 hours per week (or as required)
Travel: Occasional
Our client provides high-quality residential care for children and young people in the London Borough of Greenwich. The organisation is committed to delivering safe, nurturing and child-centred care, supporting each young person to develop confidence, independence and resilience. Working in partnership with families, local authorities and other professionals, our client aims to provide stable, supportive environments that enable children and young people to achieve positive outcomes and reach their full potential.
Role Purpose
To provide high-quality, person-centred care and support to children and young people living in a residential setting, promoting their safety, well-being, independence and personal development. Working as part of a team, you will help create a safe, nurturing and positive home environment where children and young people can thrive.
* Provide practical, emotional and social support to children and young people in line with their individual care plans.
* Build positive, professional relationships that promote trust, confidence and resilience.
* Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people at all times.
* Support education, health appointments, leisure activities, life skills and independence.
* Assist with personal care, medication (following training) and daily routines where required.
* Encourage positive behaviour using agreed strategies and approaches.
* Maintain accurate records, complete reports and contribute to handovers, care planning and risk assessments.
* Undertake Key Worker responsibilities for allocated children and young people.
* Maintain a safe, clean and welcoming home environment, including supporting with meals and household tasks.
* Work collaboratively with families, social workers, education providers and other professionals.
* Attend supervision, team meetings and mandatory training to support professional development.
* Work flexibly as part of the home's rota to ensure the needs of the service are met.
* Carry out all duties in accordance with safeguarding requirements, relevant legislation and organisational policies.
Essential Requirements
* Full UK driving licence.
* Relevant Level 3 qualification (or willingness to work towards one).
* Good communication, listening and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Ability to follow policies, procedures and safeguarding practices.
Desirable
* Experience working with children and young people, particularly those with emotional and behavioural needs.
* Experience supporting behaviours that may challenge.
* Good IT, organisational and record-keeping skills.
* Flexible approach to working shifts, including evenings, weekends and sleep-ins.
General
* This job description outlines the main duties of the role and is not intended to be exhaustive. Responsibilities may change to meet the needs of the service and the children and young people it supports.
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Salary description
£14.50 - £15.00 per hour