Role - Residential Care Worker (Full Time)
Location: Stoke on Trent
Are you passionate about nurturing the talents and interests of children and young people, helping them develop skills and make positive choices? Join a supportive team with a strong reputation for aiding the development of children with complex needs.
A fantastic opportunity to be involved in the provision of responsive care and support, to children and young people who have complex emotional and social needs using a parenting approach to ensure children and young people are safe, well and cared for.
You will be working in a small children's home, looking after up to 3 children and young people at a time.
About you:
- Understand the complexities of mental health, trauma, substance misuse, and offending behaviour.
- Reflect on emotional responses and demonstrate empathy and creativity in problem-solving.
- Promote rights, responsibilities, and informed choices.
- Adapt to changing needs with flexibility and resilience.
- Familiarity with data management, and Microsoft Office.
- Committed to working with vulnerable children, young people, and families, with strong negotiation and advocacy skills.
Requirements:
- Must be 21+ and pass a DBS check due to safeguarding responsibilities
- Hold a driver's license with access to own vehicle
- Willingness to work towards Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (England) or equivalent, if not already completed
- Willingness to undertake further training.
- Experience of working with vulnerable children and their families.
- Ability to establish good working relationships with children and young people based on respect and openness
Responsibilities:
- Deliver 24/7 care, addressing the physical, emotional, and social needs of children and young people.
- Build positive relationships, support during emergencies, and maintain a safe, clean living environment.
- Draft, update, and follow care plans, administer medication, and ensure access to healthcare.
- Arrange and attend appointments, transport children, and encourage community involvement.
- Liaise with families, professionals, and agencies, advocating for the children's needs.
Management:
- Attend supervision meetings and ensure compliance with relevant legislation.
- Collaborate with professionals to maintain safety and quality care.
- Oversee medication management and report any safety concerns.
Partnership and Administration:
- Prepare for meetings, maintain effective relationships, and keep accurate records.
- Adhere to company policies, maintain confidentiality, and support cross-functional teamwork
General Responsibilities:
- Ensure quality standards, promote the company's vision, and meet performance targets.
- Maintain health, safety, diversity, and confidentiality standards.
Note: The role may require additional duties as needed within the job scope