waking night support worker
Responsibility
- to demonstrate a full understanding of and commitment to the purpose of the assessment period
- to assist in the development of objective, fair and robust assessments based on detailed observations of the placed family
- to ensure the safety of children remains central to the assessment / intervention process
Show more +7 - to also promote the health, welfare and safety of all residents and colleagues
- to undertake ongoing risk assessments of the service users, acting decisively to protect children
- to build appropriate professional working relationships and work in partnership with other parenting providers
- to be flexible in your approach to work and to understand that alternative hours of working / working on a rota basis will be required
- to work as part of a team, demonstrating an understanding of the Family ACE mission and values and behaviours expected of all our staff and placed families
- to communicate effectively with colleagues at changeovers and ensure information is shared within the team
- to promote and maintain equal opportunities within the working environment
Requirements
- effective, proven communication skills
- the proven ability to undertake observations and document findings
- flexible, cooperative approach to work and the ability to work within a small team
Show more +13 - A desire to make a positive difference to the lives of our service users
- you are to have good Early Years knowledge
- an understanding of the National Minimum Standards for a Residential Family Centre
- experience of supporting families
- an NVQ Level 3 Diploma Working with Parents is desirable
- you will be organised, dynamic and adaptable and have the confidence and ability to develop and flourish within your role
- A current and valid First Aid Certification is desirable, with a preference to include paediatric First Aid
- you will have experience of working within a team and independently
- family support: 1 year
- an NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People's workforce is desirable but not essential for the right candidate. However, the candidate must be committed to obtaining the NVQ if they do not already hold it
- you will have experience of working with children, young people, or parents within settings such as a children’s centre, family contact centre or residential home
- you will understand and adhere to the Code of Practice for Social Care Workers
- you will need the confidence to refer families to the relevant agencies and have the communication expertise to provide clear and evidence-based information and recordings
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