About this role
Job summary
Support. Inspire. Change a Child's Future.
Join us as a Support Worker at our modern, well-equipped children's home and be part of our dedicated team who are passionate about helping children and young people to thrive.
We provide care for up to four children aged 10-17 who may have experienced emotional trauma. Working within our Pillars of Parenting model,you'll help each child build on their strengths, develop life skills, and achieve positive outcomes. With a trauma-informed approach, we aim to reunite children with their families or support their transition to independence.
Main duties of the job
What you'll do:
Build positive, trauma-informed relationships with children, families and professionals to advocate for their needs. Provide high-quality physical and emotional care in a safe, supportive environment. Help children achieve progress in education, life's skills and personal development. Contribute to care plans, maintain accurate records, and writer reports for families and professionals. Ensure safety through risk assessments, safe guarding practices and compliance with policies. Engage in ongoing training and professional development to meet legislative and care standards.
About us
Why join us?
Make a difference:Create a nurturing environment where the lives of young people can be transformed.Career growth and development:Take the next step in your career and strengthen your skills and expertise. You'll enjoy access to Hampshire County Councils wide range of training and learning development assets, which are known to be outstanding.Employee support:Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.Other job titles may include: Child & Youth Support Worker, Residential Childcare Worker, Childrens Support Practitioner, Child Support Worker, Young Peoples Support Worker, Youth Residential Worker, Residential Care Officer (Children)
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Knowledge, Skills and Experience Essential
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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 Hampshire County Council
Address Elizabeth II Court
The Castle
Winchester
Hampshire
SO23 8UB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.hants.gov.uk/jobs (Opens in a new tab)