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Frampton Cotterell, Bristol is a 2-bed provision, providing care for Children and Young people with complex mental health and emotional behavioural difficulties.
We are committed to providing the highest levels of care to our individuals. To enable us to do this, we need caring and dedicated professionals to deliver first-class care.
All applicants will be subject to satisfactory references, and all employees are checked against the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS).
Kiwi Children’s Services provides specialist care services for children and young people with complex mental health, emotional and behavioural difficulties.
We have been able to provide specialist interventions that support young people’s emotional and mental health needs; to help identify previously unmet mental health needs through clinical assessment, and obtain the right type and level of support for them; and also to offer quality alternative provisions with support with hospital admissions with the aim to transition back into the home.
Our foremost objective is to create a nurturing and supportive environment where children from diverse backgrounds can find a safe haven to thrive and grow.
Our Vision is:we are dedicated to empowering young lives, one child at a time. Our mission is to provide bespoke children’s services that prioritise collaboration, trauma-informed care, access to therapies, and a culture of compassion.
What is the Role
Your role as a Support Worker exists to manage all aspects of the young person’s support and accommodation in line with our mission and values.
You will be part of a key team supporting Children and Young People with complex mental health, autism and complex behavioural needs. You will provide support to gain greater independence and empower them to achieve goals that are set.
You will support the educational development and achievements of the young person and remain informed about educational matters, and contribute to the development of educational opportunities inherent in the home.
If required, to act as key worker, providing support and ensuring the implementation of their individual care plan.
As required, to attend childcare reviews and contribute to the assessment and care planning process, ensuring high standards of safe working practices are always adhered to.
The role requires you to be active with the young person and have positive energy. You will need to have good communication and listening skills. You will be required to think on the spot and be open-minded about the young person’s views.
Every day will be different from sports, cooking, climbing, to being outdoors.
What are we looking for?
* 18 Months' Experience in a Caring environment, Health & Social Care Level 3 Qualification
* Full UK Driving Licence mandatory requirement
* Good communication skills, allowing you to engage & interact with Children & Young People, Families, Colleagues and External Agencies
* To be able to work to own initiative
* Ability to take direction and self-motivate
* Excellent oral and written interpersonal skills
* Effective and efficient teamwork
* To conduct themselves in a professional manner in statutory reviews and professional meetings
* To lead by example and follow policy and procedure
* To engage and motivate young people
Please note: Due to the personal care needs outlined in the care package, this role is open to female applicants only, in line with the Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
All interested applicants should reach out to zaharija@kiwics.uk(telephone: 0345 894 2264 Option 1)
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