Child Care Officer

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of young children, helping them to develop independence and life skills? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Canons House Care Team to ensure that children and young people receive the care and support they need.

Canons House is a lifeline for families of children with profound and multiple learning difficulties and complex health and care needs. Our team at Canons House support children and young people aged 5 to 17 to experience stability, familiarisation, a sense of belonging and positive physical, emotional and mental health.

As a Childcare Officer, you will support the vulnerable and disabled children with complex health, support and personal care needs, help children access and enjoy a wide range of fun and accessible activities, experiences and opportunities to explore their individual interests. You will also take part in all areas of care planning, risk assessment and support. This involves working alongside Health Care professionals, Social Workers, Schools and other supportive agencies. You will run reports, attend reviews and planning meetings with regular school and home visits.

We are looking for a candidate who is educated with a Level 3 Health and Social Care qualification or equivalent, who is caring and empathetic with good motivation and the ability to work flexibly. If you have the knowledge and understanding of working with children and young people with learning difficulties, apply today and help shape a brighter future for vulnerable children in Wiltshire!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 3 Health and Social Care qualification or equivalent

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Wiltshire Council

Address

Canons House

Bellevue Road

Devizes

Wiltshire

SN10 2AJ

Employer's website

http://www.wiltshire.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)