- To maintain the development of positive childcare practice in keeping with the aims and objectives of the client
- To provide a safe, warm and supportive environment for the young resident.
- To carry out duties in line with the client policies and equal opportunities.
- To comply with company rules, policies and practices of the establishment and to respond to emergencies this may arise within the establishment.
- To develop a responsible attitude with residents regarding the fabric, furnishings, equipment, supplies and services in/or to the establishment and to support them in all domestic aspects of both their own personal space and communal areas of the establishment.
- Reporting missing persons to the Police, responsible local authority and those with parental responsibility. This includes reporting missing persons returned.
- To maintain high levels of cleanliness throughout all areas of the establishment.
- This position involves some manual handling duties e.g. loading and unloading washing machine.
- To maintain a regular system of recording in connection with each young person, to be involved in the implementation of care plans and to assist in the provisions of reports when required.
- To deal with telephone enquirers obtaining as much information as possible before passing the matter to senior on call if necessary.
- To undertake administrative duties as required e.g. (log books, daily information sheets, accident book, incident book, incident sheets, etc.)
- To report all matters of concern to the senior on call.
- To maintain case file records, including details of assessment plans, decisions, visits, and their implementation and evaluation of action with regard to the care plan.
- To provide a positive working role model for other colleagues and the young people resident.
- To demonstrate both sensitivity and appropriate assertiveness, whilst working in a pressured environment with groups of diverse residents and staff.
- To carry out the duties of the post in a mature and responsible manner, seeking and receiving support as necessary.
- To promote structure, boundaries and domestic routines within the home.
- You must be aged 22 or over to apply for this role
- You must be able to drive and have access to own vehicle
- Achieved or be willing to gain a Level 3 Health & Social Care Qualification
- Excellent IT skills
- Good standard of Numeracy and Literacy
- Patience and resilience are key to our company ethos
- Child centred individual with a caring, nurturing approach
Salary: £8-9 per hour, dependent on experience
