Children Support Worker - Reed : Job Details

Residential Care Worker

Location: Ealing

Job Type: Full-time

We are seeking a dedicated Residential Care Worker to join our team, providing high-quality care and support to children and young people. This role is crucial in maintaining a high standard of individual practice consistent with National Standards and Codes of Practice.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Work in a positive, respectful, non-judgmental, and empowering manner with all young people to promote good relationships and encourage achievement.
• Understand and embed National Care Standards into practice at the service level, ensuring that outcomes for all young people are recorded and monitored as regulations dictate.
• Provide therapeutic care proactively and consistently.
• Serve as a positive role model and maintain high professional standards at all times.
• Ensure the routine physical care and hygiene of the young people is maintained.
• Uphold the organisation's routines, limits, and boundaries for young people.
• Promote and advocate for children's rights as described in the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child.
• Engage in de-escalation techniques and physical intervention when required.
• Support and transport young people to activities, family contacts, and other appointments.
• Act as a key worker to a particular young person, supporting the implementation of their individual care plan.
• Participate in child care reviews and contribute to the assessment and care planning process.
• Develop and participate in daily programmes and individual/group plans.
• Maintain all necessary records within statutory time scales and to a high standard.
• Liaise and collaborate positively with parents/families and partner agencies.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience in providing care to young people, preferably in a residential setting.
• Knowledge of National Care Standards and child protection regulations.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to ongoing training and continuous professional development.
• Adherence to the registration requirements and codes of conduct of the organisation.

Benefits:

• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

To apply for this Residential Care Worker position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.