Waking Night Children's Home Support Worker HCC622569

Job summary

The Role:

Become a role model and make a difference to the lives ofchildrenin Hampshire!

Do you enjoy working withchildrenand want to help make a significant difference to their lives?

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a brand-newChildrens Homein Romsey. The home comprises of three self-contained living areas and a communal space. Innovative in purpose and approach, Hockley House meets the complex needs of an identified cohort of children who have significant emotional, behavioural, and mental health needs which do not meet the criteria for treatment in hospital, or the threshold for secure accommodation, but require a high level of support.

With a planned multi-agency intervention package, children experience the skill and expertise of Children's Services residential and education staff, along with co-located Health Services who work within a common framework of trauma informed therapeutic intervention. Creating this new local provision enables children to maintain family contacts, with the goal of reuniting the child with their family or supporting their transition to independence.

The role involves waking night shift work including weekend and bank holiday shifts.

Please note, we're unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.

Main duties of the job

What you'll do:

The role includes safeguarding responsibilities, risk assessment, behaviour management, accurate record-keeping, and adherence to policies and procedures. Staff are expected to report concerns, follow individual care plans, and undertake relevant training to maintain professional standards and contribute to the overall wellbeing and development of the children.

About us

Why join us:

In return, for your hard work and dedication Hampshire County Council can offer you an improved work-life balance through our excellent benefits packageincluding:

• On the job training and career progression opportunities
• 24 - 27 days pro-rata paid holiday, dependent on local authority service
• Access to free and confidential Employee Support for you and your immediate family (including 24/7 counselling and advice)
• Opportunity to become a member of the Local Government Pension Scheme with Local Government employer contribution included
• A one-off payment of £500 upon completion of your Level 3 Diploma (if you do not already hold this)
• A one-off payment of £3,000 upon completing three years of continuous service (subject to return of service)

Employer details

Employer name

Hampshire County Council

Address

Elizabeth II Court

The Castle

Winchester

Hampshire

SO23 8UB

Employer's website

https://www.hants.gov.uk/jobs (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

Hampshire County Council

Address

Elizabeth II Court

The Castle

Winchester

Hampshire

SO23 8UB

Employer's website

https://www.hants.gov.uk/jobs (Opens in a new tab)

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