Home help jobs in Rainham

As a senior care worker, you will work in a variety of roles, ranging from delivering specialist, quality, person-centred care to clients to organising, supervising activity of other care staff. You will work across client's homes within the community As a senior care worker, you'll typically manage a team of care assistants including providing support alongside the manager. You'll write care plans and use your excellent communication skills to update families on their relative's progress. You'll need to have organisational skills to deliver improved care outcomes. Daily tasks will vary but could involve: Supporting service users with daily activities. Coordinating with staff to carry out care plans etc. Undertaking light cleaning and domestic duties including meal preparation Serving meals to clients and assisting with feeding if needed Helping service users to dress, undress, wash, use the toilet etc. Taking responsibility for the shift and for the service while on duty Overseeing and monitoring other care staff Responding to emergencies and providing guidance and support to care workers

We seek an individual who embodies passion, resilience, enthusiasm, motivation, outcome orientation, a commitment to continuous improvement, and forward-thinking. The ideal candidate will be Ofsted registered and possess at least 2 years of managerial experience within the last 5 years in a children's residential care setting. PERSON SPECIFICATION ESSENTIAL Have a minimum of 2 years' experience of managing an Ofsted children’s home. Experience of working in a Management Role within a children’s residential care setting Have an QCF Level 3 Diploma for the Children's and Young People's Workforce or QCF Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification in Children and Young People's Services or willingness to work towards. Physically fit Proven ability to lead staff teams and line management experience, including supervisions. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Calm, approachable manner, adaptable and non-judgemental. Knowledge of Child Protection & Safeguarding. You're passionate and hold a strong belief in insuring that children and young people should have equal opportunities, a voice that should be heard. Sound knowledge and understanding of Children Homes regulation including Quality Standards 2015, The Children’s Homes (Amendment) Regulations 2011, Care Standards Act 2000, Ofsted and related legislation, and policies and procedures. DESIRABLE NVQ or Diploma Level 5 in Leadership & Management in Residential Children’s Services or equivalent. Social Work Qualification of Equivalent. Any relevant or transferrable skills, such as First Aid trained. Knowledge of the Children Act & Children’s Homes Regulations. Full UK Driving License. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES WILL COMPROMISE OF BUT NOT LIMITED TO: AS A REGISTERED MANAGER YOU WILL: Manage a two-bedroom home, providing a warm and nurturing environment, providing a safe and supportive environment for children and young people. Ensure the home is compliance with regulations by upholding superior standards of care and support for both children, young people, and the staff. Ensure strict adherence to the Children's Home Regulations 2015. Be responsible for the day-to-day operation/management of an Ofsted regulated residential provision. Manage the Residential Home and ensure the efficient operation of the service in accordance with the relevant legislation, procedures, policies, and the Statement of Purpose for the home. Assist and supervise in the continual assessment of the needs of the children and young people and to identify and prepare specific development plans to ensure the most appropriate service provision. Help with a thorough staff training and development plan so that the service has all the skills and expertise needed to support young people effectively. Ensure all staff consistently display professional ethics and behaviour. They will lead the coordination of service provision and serve as a central source of support, advice, and coaching for all staff. Take charge of safeguarding and advocating for individual rights, ensuring high-quality care that is devoid of oppression and where differences are embraced and respected. WHAT WE WILL ASSIST YOU WITH: Recruiting your staff team to help you establish a family-like environment where children and young people receive genuine support to grow and develop, while ensuring that staff feel welcomed, supported, and valued in fulfilling their roles. Leading your team and investing in their development. Supporting your continuous professional growth. Providing ongoing development programs for managers. We are seeking candidates with demonstrated managerial expertise in a Residential Care Setting, coupled with a fervent dedication to enhancing the lives and prospects of children and young individuals. The position requires an enhanced DBS disclosure, employment background check, satisfactory references, and verification of the right to work in the UK.