Child Care Officer
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 05 Medi 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £27,254.00 i £28,598.00 bob blwyddyn |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £27254.00 - £28598.00 a year |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 28 Medi 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Devizes, SN10 2AJ |
| Cwmni: | NHS Jobs |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | F0041-5575 |
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Be able to assist and support other staff in the overall management and organisation of the Home to ensure its smooth and efficient running. This will involve being part of discussions at handover to plan shifts with colleagues and the shift leader. You will need to be able to plan and make decisions on appropriate activities for your allocated child and follow support plans with confidence. You will be required to work as part of the team and be flexible in your management of disruptions/changes within the daily routine. To participate and share responsibility for the provision of a safe and comfortable environment for children and young people. You will be required to undertake all mandatory training to ensure you are equipped with the knowledge and understanding to maintain a safe environment. This will include being able to report accurate details of any health and safety concern to the shift leader. To participate in the working rotas, including evenings, sleeping-in duties and weekend duties in accordance with policy and as is necessary for the efficient running of the Home. Be able to review and contribute to the implementation of established care programmes for children. This will include being a key worker to a small number of children. You will be required to have an in depth understanding of your key children; attending reviews and liaising closely with other professionals to act in the best interest of the child. In conjunction with senior staff, be able to assess the needs of your key children to write reports, and make accurate changes to support plans and risk assessments. Be able to set goals and targets in-line with CIN plans and advocate for children when required. You will be able to recognise safeguarding concerns and report to the shift leader immediately. You will be required to maintain your safeguarding knowledge and understanding through Wiltshire Councils e-learning and keep up to date with the correct reporting procedures in the absence of the shift leader. To be involved in individual and group recreational activities as appropriate, both in-house and out in the community Assist in the provision of appropriate safe care, in accordance with the regulations and quality standards. This will include having a thorough knowledge of Ofsted regulations and how they enforce them through the inspection process. Assist in the delivery of support including a range of specialist support and care to children and young people some with complex medical care needs. This will include training in specific areas of complex health e.g. enteral feeding and keeping abreast of changes to regulations and childs specific needs. Be able to assist and support the senior in administering medication and comply with homes medication policy and regulations pertaining to the storage and administration of medications in the Health and Safety Act. This will include the ability to complete the necessary training and maintain knowledge and skills in this area and, if necessary, report incidents/concerns to the senior/management. Be able to follow specific behavioural support programmes to include the ability to monitor, review and make changes that have been agreed with other professionals. As well as providing for the emotional and basic physical needs of children including, where it is appropriate to do so, assist with personal care, washing, feeding, dressing, toileting etc Attend and participate in staff meetings, supervision and appraisals and any training as identified by line manager. This will include specific induction for Canons House. To engage and listen to children and young people both on an individual level and in group meetings. This will include the ability to hold in-house childrens meetings and assist with childrens questionnaires and to act on outcome. and be alert to signs of distress or abuse and, inform direct line manager of any significant concerns. Be able to actively develop and support an environment that stimulates children and provides opportunities for them to achieve their full potential. This will be done by encouraging independence and self-help skills in-line with individuals support and CIN plans. You will have the ability to empower and work in a person-centred approach to encourage children to meet their goals and targets. Act in Compliance with service policy health and safety, eg prevention notification of accidents, prevention of fire and in line with the home's instructions and procedures, managerial and administrative and financial instruction and guidelines petty cash, pocket money, recording guidelines etc Seek advice from senior/ line manager immediately of any situation where you may have a concern.