Job summary
At Norfolk County Council our commitment to providing proven, quality, holistic residential care for children and young people aged 05-17 aims to achieve excellent outcomes and lasting results. We are passionate about the provision of creative and ambitious opportunities for our young people. Our services are well regarded, and we are proud of our reputation of ensuring the best outcomes for children and young people.
Foxwood short breaks home provides round the clock care for children and young people and requires practitioners to work a variety of shifts, this is predominately a day role however it could also include working nights when required.
Our approach to practice within Norfolk is underpinned by Childrens Services practice vision Vital Signs for Children. This enables us to work as a whole system and with a whole family approach to assessment and intervention.
Using a relationship-based approach we work to build consistent and trusted relationships with children and families. We are strengths oriented in our practice, identifying and building on the strengths of families to create positive change. Using outcome-focused practice we are committed to achieving the best outcomes for children, young people and their families.
Main duties of the job
We need highly motivated, resilient, and positive team members with humour, tenacity and empathy to help children and young people to flourish and reach their full potential. We are seeking an experienced individual who can lead shifts and to support and guide junior staff. We value your life experiences, energy, personal strength and positive mental attitude.
Our team work across the whole week (including weekends and bank holidays) and this can include unsociable hours, night work, sleep ins. This post is predominately during the day however there may be a requirement to sleep in on occasions.
Following a thorough induction and training programme, your duties will include-
Supporting and providing meaningful day to day activities to children and young people develop their emotional and social needs by building positive relationships.
Developing personal and practical skills to enhance young peoples independence skills.
Ensuring that childrens and young people diverse communication needs are met ascertaining their views and wishes and these are acted upon where appropriate
Report and record key aspects of care and developing your professional skills as part of on-going development.
Manage complex behaviour that can be challenging.
This may require you to provide personal intimate care and/or nursing care support to holistically support children and young people.
Work directly with families and other professionals to ensure best outcomes for children and young people.
About us
In return we will offer you-
- A supportive team who cares about your wellbeing and professional development
- We offer a generous annual leave entitlement - plus the opportunity to purchase up to two weeks of additional annual leave through our salary sacrifice scheme
- We offer maternity, paternity and adoption pay and time off to support you as your family grows.
- We offer support if you care for relatives or friends who are older, disabled or seriously ill
- We are committed to promoting the health, safety and wellbeing of our social workers. We provide access to services that support your health and wellbeing, such as confidential counselling and advice, fast-track physiotherapy and NHS Health Checks for employees over 40
- NCC Pension scheme
- Meals whilst working on shift
- Cycle to work scheme
We are the main local authority for Norfolk providing services countywide to more than 850,000 Norfolk residents. We take the lead in critical policy areas, working with 84 elected Members responsible for the strategic local government services in the county. We provide a high quality service through involving people who use our services to shape and comment on them and by promoting efficiency and innovation. We work in partnership with local businesses, voluntary organisations and other local authorities such as District and Parish Councils to provide the people of Norfolk with excellent services.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To engage in the effective support and care of children and young people with disabilities, so they feel supported in all aspects of their lives. This will include providing personal/social care at differing levels to ensure that disabled holistic needs are met at all times. To engage in the effective delivery of residential childcare in accordance with Ofsteds Social Care Inspection Framework. To maintain good professional practice within the homes in accordance with Departmental Standards, working as part of a team to achieve good outcomes for children and young people. To maintain good professional practice within the Home in accordance with Departmental Standards. To help create a positive environment for each resident withparticular regardto their safety, health and education. The role will include the residential service which caters for young people aged 5-18 years of age with disabilities which includes learning, physical, social disabilities with
either or complex health needs and challenging behaviours. You would be expected to provide personal intimate care to holistically support children and young people with disabilities which can include tasks such as feeding, washing, toileting, dressing, hoisting, administering medicationand alsohealth care tasks and duties that can be met through appropriate training and delegation of clinical procedures in line with the 2005 Royal College of Nursing Guidelines. Alongside providing meaningful stimulating daily in house and community activities to help young people to grow and develop, you will work as part of a team to create stability and support children and young people to achieve good outcomes. Our approach to practice within Norfolk is underpinned by Childrens Services practice visionVital Signs for Children. This enables us to work as a whole system and with a whole family approach to assessment and intervention. Using a relationship-based approach we work to build consistent and trusted relationships with children and families. We are strengths oriented in our practice, identifyingand building on the strengths of families to create positive change. Using outcome-focused practice we are committed to achieving the best outcomes for children, youngpeopleand their families.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To engage in the effective support and care of children and young people with disabilities, so they feel supported in all aspects of their lives. This will include providing personal/social care at differing levels to ensure that disabled holistic needs are met at all times. To engage in the effective delivery of residential childcare in accordance with Ofsteds Social Care Inspection Framework. To maintain good professional practice within the homes in accordance with Departmental Standards, working as part of a team to achieve good outcomes for children and young people. To maintain good professional practice within the Home in accordance with Departmental Standards. To help create a positive environment for each resident withparticular regardto their safety, health and education. The role will include the residential service which caters for young people aged 5-18 years of age with disabilities which includes learning, physical, social disabilities with
either or complex health needs and challenging behaviours. You would be expected to provide personal intimate care to holistically support children and young people with disabilities which can include tasks such as feeding, washing, toileting, dressing, hoisting, administering medicationand alsohealth care tasks and duties that can be met through appropriate training and delegation of clinical procedures in line with the 2005 Royal College of Nursing Guidelines. Alongside providing meaningful stimulating daily in house and community activities to help young people to grow and develop, you will work as part of a team to create stability and support children and young people to achieve good outcomes. Our approach to practice within Norfolk is underpinned by Childrens Services practice visionVital Signs for Children. This enables us to work as a whole system and with a whole family approach to assessment and intervention. Using a relationship-based approach we work to build consistent and trusted relationships with children and families. We are strengths oriented in our practice, identifyingand building on the strengths of families to create positive change. Using outcome-focused practice we are committed to achieving the best outcomes for children, youngpeopleand their families.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Ability to attain NVQ Level 3 within 18 months of appointment.
- Good standard of education achievement (5 GCSE passes) or equivalent qualifications.
- Willingness to undertake relevant training courses.
Experience
Essential
- Ability to form effective relationships with children and act as a positive role model.
- Knowledge of child protection and disability issues.
- Knowledge and understanding of childcare law.
- Knowledge of augmented communication systems.
Desirable
- A minimum of 12 months experience of childcare work.
- Understanding the signs of safety approach or willingness to undertake the training.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Ability to attain NVQ Level 3 within 18 months of appointment.
- Good standard of education achievement (5 GCSE passes) or equivalent qualifications.
- Willingness to undertake relevant training courses.
Experience
Essential
- Ability to form effective relationships with children and act as a positive role model.
- Knowledge of child protection and disability issues.
- Knowledge and understanding of childcare law.
- Knowledge of augmented communication systems.
Desirable
- A minimum of 12 months experience of childcare work.
- Understanding the signs of safety approach or willingness to undertake the training.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
