Manage a caseload of disabled children or young people aged 0-25 to assess, plan, monitor and review the support/personal assistance needs of service users, working in a person-centred way.
Work with the service user and their families/carers to develop a package of support/assistance as they prepare to become adults and in their early adult life that promotes and maintains independence and wellbeing; where appropriate involve other agencies and use community resources to provide equality of opportunity, full participation and inclusion in society.
Main duties and responsibilities
Manage a complex and diverse caseload of children, young people and their families, undertaking assessments to determine the needs and capabilities of clients and carers, and drawing up plans of support under the supervision and guidance of a designated supervisor, using agreed eligibility criteria and in accordance with statutory requirements, Directorate and Corporate Policy and National Legislation.
We are seeking to appoint a 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join a hard working and supportive team to provide 1:1 support for a child with Special Educational Needs.
Previous experience of working with children as a 1:1 would be an advantage, especially in relation to ASD and an ability to manipulate planning from the classteacher to make it age appropriate, but all required training will be provided.
As a Teaching Assistant you will be required to support the child's learning in all areas of the curriculum.
To provide direct care to children by engaging them in stimulating and meaningful learning activities and encouraging them to express their wishes and feelings and make their own choices as much as possible.
To support children, attend all their appointments, engage in activities to help them learn English and feel happy and safe.
General
Connect2Kent have an exciting opportunity for experienced Residential Centre Workers to assist with the running of a brand new Children's Centre located in Dartford, Kent.
To provide direct care to children by engaging them in stimulating and meaningful learning activities and encouraging them to express their wishes and feelings and make their own choices as much as possible.
To support children, attend all their appointments, engage in activities to help them learn English and feel happy and safe.
General
Connect2Kent have an exciting opportunity for experienced Residential Support Workers to assist with the running of a brand new Children's Home located in Ash, Kent.
To provide direct care to children by engaging them in stimulating and meaningful learning activities and encouraging them to express their wishes and feelings and make their own choices as much as possible.
To support children, attend all their appointments, engage in activities to help them learn English and feel happy and safe.
General
Connect2Kent have an exciting opportunity for experienced Support Workers to assist with the running of a brand new Children's Centre located in Gravesend, Kent.
Manage a Children & Families caseload of various levels of complexity, involving the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of appropriate action, contributing to the effective application of resources to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and their families.
The postholder should be working in line with the Social Care Capability Framework (SCCF).
The post holder must complete the ASYE standard within 2 years of qualifying.
Experience of working and caring for children or young people in a residential setting.
Experience of leading a small staff team on shift.
General
Connect2Kent are looking for experienced Centre Managers for an exciting opportunity to ensure the safe and secure running on a new Children's Centre based in Dartford, Kent.