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- Norbury Park Care Homes
Support Worker23 days ago£29061.5 yearlyFull-timeSouth CroydonAbout us At Norbury Park all staff are aware of our core values of; care, community, nurture and support which we embed throughout our day-to-day practice and care for the young people/ children in our care. We are creative, supportive, collaborative and our goal is to care for Young people and Children within the residential home setting and ensure that they are always safe, well cared for and that we are working collaboratively with these young people/children to achieve their goals. At the heart of the work that we do is to support these individuals with their care and development needs, helping them to progress towards a more independent and well-rounded life. Role purpose To care for all Young people and Children within the residential home and ensure that they are always safe, well cared for and that you are working collaboratively with these young people/children to achieve their goals. To support these individuals with their care and development needs, helping them to progress towards a more independent and well-rounded life. Main Duties - Undertake all duties and responsibilities in accordance with: company policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines, standards; good professional practice,, CQC and other regulatory requirements, relevant legislations, all legal and contractual obligations. - Provide advice, information and support to the residents. - To support and provide care for the young people/children in the home by assisting them with; bathing, eating, homework, education, behaviour, money management, travel training etc. - Ensure resident’s follow the homes rules and support the manager in investigating and taking action where these may have been breached. - Manage challenging behaviour which may require physical intervention to appropriately support the child/ young person. - Oversee the maintenance of accurate client records and databases and provide statistics for management and to assist with service evaluation in a timely fashion. - Support clients with the prompting of their medication, conduct accurate and timely medication audits and maintain accurate medication records. - Complete written documentation (support plans, Medication sheets, risk assessments) regarding the young people/ children to help and ensure their safety and development within our setting. - Take part in regular team meetings to discuss the residents, the progress that they are making, how their general well-being is as well as forming action plans to support them further. - Attend professionals meetings (where appropriate). - Assist in the transfer of individuals between agencies and services. Health and Safety - To be familiar with Health and Safety Regulations, policies and procedures and ensure they are adhered to within your own area of responsibility. - To be aware of and follow fire policies and procedures, ensuring safety of residents and workers safety and welfare at all times. Equality and Diversity - To enforce the zero tolerance policy of all forms of victimisation, discrimination and harassment in the workplace. - To be tolerant of differences and use respectful language. - Ensure professional standards and boundaries are clear. - To treat everyone respectfully. Norbury Park is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We believe in equal opportunities for employment and advancement, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Our dedication to equality extends to our recruitment process, professional development programs, and all aspects of employment. Join us in creating an environment that celebrates diversity and promotes equal opportunities for everyone. Benefits of working at Norbury Park as a Support Worker - 5 days of work a week - Annual Salary with the option for overtime if you wish - Annual Salary review with the option to be suggested for a one-off bonus - Bank Holiday extra pay - Christmas gift card - Pension scheme - Predictable rota, you are able to know your days off months’ in advance - 28 days of holiday per year - Friendly and collaborative work team - A team that is making a difference with extremely challenging and complex children/ young people - £20 per month towards a car wash if you provide business cover and drive the residents - Training opportunities; E-learning modules including; Food Safety Level 2, Safeguarding Children, GDPR, Emergency First aid at work. Further CPD opportunities such as Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare, Qualified First Aider course. We accept suggestions of courses that will help support/enable you in your role further. Additional Notes Candidates who have been shortlisted for an interview will be expected to complete our application form prior to their interview. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Salary: From £29,061.50 per year Benefits: - Company events - Company pension - On-site parking - Sick pay Physical setting: - Care home - Residential home Shift: - 8 hour shift - Day shift - Night shift Work Location: In person
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Registered Manager1 month ago£40000–£45000 yearlyFull-timeSouth CroydonThe Registered Manager is accountable for ensuring that we deliver high quality care to the young people within our Semi – Independent Home. This means that they are responsible for delivery of all care services for 16- and 17-year-olds as well as providing strategic planning for developments within the home, and all day-to-day management matters. They will demonstrate the ability to build on the well-established principles and practice standards existing within Hawthorn Support. The aim of the Registered Manager is to ensure that each young person placed within the home is fully prepared for life outside the care system. Consequently, they are expected to demonstrate practical leadership in childcare, as well as organise and support staff to provide the best possible training for each young person. This involves being personally available, as well as the supervision and mentoring of staff, organisation of work patterns, and facilitation of care focussed training, and accessing of appropriate services to support the childcare practices within the home. As this is a vital role in the lives of young people cared for at Hawthorn Support, it requires an active and long-term commitment. The Project Manager and Service Manager work closely with each Registered Manager, assisting them to provide high-quality care. While the Registered Manager is employed for 37.5 hours per week (Monday – Friday) they are expected to arrange their own work rota which may involve evening, weekend and sleeping-in duties, if necessary. The Registered Manager is wholly responsible for ensuring an appropriate staff presence to meet the needs of the young people in the home. Key Responsibilities: • Care for Young People o Enrich the lives of young people in our care, helping them create a positive future. • Measuring and Evaluating Outcomes o Be healthy o Stay Safe o Enjoy and achieve o Make a positive contribution o Achieve economic well-being • Childcare o Ensure that any matters relating to child protection are managed in line with current legislation, national standards and best safeguarding practice. o Maintain the highest possible standards of childcare and ensure that each young person’s agreed placement plan is fully implemented. o Co-ordinate and access the appropriate services (health, education, therapy) to ensure the needs of each young person are met. o To carry out and conduct Mentoring Sessions with Young People where necessary. • Leadership o Provide leadership and coaching in childcare practice within the home to ensure best outcomes for young people. o Mentor and support the Mentors in provision of best possible childcare practices. o Mentor and support the staff team in developing the young people’s independent living skills. o Ensure that all of Hawthorn Support company policies and procedures are implementedappropriately. • Home Management o To achieve the best outcomes for all young people, ensure that the home is managed effectively and efficiently. o Ensure the Mentors are focussed on providing the best possible outcomes for th young people. o Make sure that best practice is maintained within the home. o Sustain and develop the administration systems, recording systems, and repair work, so that a warm and caring home environment is maintained. o Manage the home within the agreed budget, taking full responsibility for all incidental costs as well as direct costs such as repairs to the property and appliances, new fridges, staff costs, heating, agency costs etc. o Effectively manage the homes devolved budget and ensure full financial reports are updated. o To attend any conduct weekly residents’ meetings with our young people. • Team Management o Supervise and support the staff group ensuring that the team are developed appropriately to meet the specific needs of the young people in the home. o Develop individual staff training programmes in line with company plans and need andsupervise/provide observations for staff through their NVQ Level 3 Award (Health and Social Care - Children and Young People). o Complete Monthly supervisions with staff team. o To carry out and hold monthly Team Meetings. o Complete probationary and annual performance appraisals for all staff to ensure that they cancontinue to provide appropriate levels of childcare. o Rota Management o Undertake any other duties that may be required. • Health & Safety o To implement the Health & Safety policies and ensure that all staff are aware of all o Health & Safety procedures. o To undertake risk assessments as appropriate. o Managing Risk and Young People with Different Needs. o Ensure that all incidents/accidents are recorded and reported according to procedures. o To ensure that the cleanliness and hygiene of the Home are maintained to an exceptional standard. o To undertake fire drills and tests in accordance with procedure and record the necessary data. Essential Requirements • Work Experience o At least 1 year experience of leadership and management within the childcare sector. o Care management for Children or adolescents: 1 year (required). o Working with Children and adolescents: 1 year (required). o Working in a YP's residential setting: 1 year (preferred). o • Qualifications o To have a NVQ Level 3 award in Health & Social Care (Working with Children and Young people. o Driving Licence (preferred). • Personal attributes and child centred approach o Positive leadership skills o Can work within a team. o Self-motivated and a positive nature. o Coaching skills. o Motivate others. o Ability to engage with young people in a positive and proactive approach. o Sense of humour. o Self-organisation. o Sensitive and reflective. o Honesty and reliability. o Ability to listen and empathise. o Ability to assess risks. • Job related knowledge and skills of o National Minimum Standards o Children and Young Peoples Act 2008. o The Children Act 1989 & 2004. o Children’s Rights Every Child Matters. o Ability to assess risks. o Staff supervisions o Implementing new systems and strategies around the needs of young people o Effective communication skills: recording and report writing and verbal communication. o Awareness of non-verbal communication i.e. eye contact and personal space etc o A professional and caring value base i.e. consistency and empathy • Work Conditions o Ability to Lone Work with individual young people o Commit to shifts if necessary o To join out of hours system and carry out any on call duties o Sleeping in duties if required o Willing to work additional hours to cover sickness and holidays and to work in other homes within your area o Willing to work Bank Holidays & Christmas Holidays· o Have good medical health
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