Join a first of its kind specialist children’s home that has just been rated as Outstanding by Ofsted since opening.
We are seeking to appoint a suitably skilled, motivated, and caring recovery support worker to work full-time with children and young people aged between 10 to 17 years.
Wakefield Local Authority and Wakefield CAMHS are working closely together to improve therapeutic care and outcomes for these children and young people. They are opening a bespoke Therapeutic Children and Young People’s home, hosted by Wakefield Local Authority and supported by Wakefield CAMHS.
Children and young people in care sometimes require additional support to manage complex trauma and mental health needs. This can lead to placements far from home, often in therapeutic settings, though there is limited governance and assurance for these placements.
High-value therapeutic placements are scarce, often resulting in multiple placement breakdowns before finding a suitable environment that can manage risks and address social and emotional needs. Consequently, vulnerable young people may be placed far from home, which can impact their outcomes.
The induction period will include training and collaboration between Local Authority and CAMHS staff.
The role requires enthusiastic, self-motivated individuals with good communication skills. You should be organized and confident when interacting with children, young people, and multidisciplinary staff.
You will need to hold an NVQ3 / Diploma in caring for children and young people or be willing to work towards this qualification within two years. Effective induction, supervision, and training will be provided.
The work involves shift patterns, including weekends, sleep-ins, waking nights, and bank holidays.
The homes offer various opportunities to promote the development of children and young people within a caring, understanding, and supportive environment. You should be committed to improving their life chances.
For further information, contact Rebecca Nicklin (Homes Manager) on [contact details].
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