Work base: Bron y Nant
Do you want to work to make a positive difference to the lives of children, young people and adults?
We are passionate about working together to make a positive difference and improve the quality of lives of children, young people and adults to 'have the best life possible' by providing them with a supportive environment that is centred around their individual needs. This will be achieved by child, young person or adult at the centre of all support planning and developing strategies that will enable the child, young person or adult to develop skills in all aspects of their lived promoting independence and to feel included in their local communities based on what is important to them.
As the Inclusive Behavioural Support Coordinator you will be accountable for the operational supervision of the team Sessional Support Workers within Bron y Nant, individual's homes and the local community.
One of the key areas of responsibility will be to ensure that you promote, and value 'Active Support', 'Positive Behaviour Support', 'Person Centred Planning' and the 'Reduction of Restrictive Practices' approaches as a central method of enabling children, young people and adults to engage more in their daily lives; building strong relationships with those surrounding them, developing independent living skills and becoming active members within their local communities through delivering high quality care.
As the Inclusive Behavioural Support Coordinator you will be required to support the Registered Manager to:
* Manage the delivery of operational responsibilities
* Ensure compliance with the standards within the regulated service.
* Ensure services are delivered in line with the SSWBA.
The Inclusive Behavioural Support Coordinator will be responsible for supervising the staff team to ensure:
* They put the child, young person and adult's needs at the centre of their care and ensure they have voice, choice and control overreaching the outcomes that help them achieve wellbeing.
* That children, young people and adults using the service are empowered to become more involved in the design and delivery of the service by putting in place communication systems bespoke to the child, young person and adult that will each individual a clear voice on what is important to them.
You will be expected to:
Be responsible for ensuring that the day to day running of the service is delivered in a manner which results in continuous improvement in the service so that children, young people and adults are supported to achieve all they can; they are provided with the right support at the right time; they are safe and are protected from abuse, harm or neglect.
Support the Team Manager by co-ordinating the work of Session Support Workers in an effective and efficient way, for example the rostering of rotas, ensuring Personal Plans and Risk Assessments are kept up to date, booking staff training, be willing to work on one's own initiative, take responsibility and manage any challenges associated with the role.
Provide a positive role model to all team members in relation to conduct within the workplace and give every member of their team the support that they require to do their work in a way that plays to their strengths.
Communicate and maintain positive relationships with the children, young people and adult, their families, social workers, and other professionals on a day-to-day basis as required and build two-way relationships based on trust, openness, honesty, and respect within the boundaries of the role.
Provide workplace supervision and guidance for Support Workers and ensuring that they work safely and in a manner that meets the standards that are required of a Social Care Worker within the Social Care Wales Code of Conduct.
What we are looking for from you:
To have completed an NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or relevant subject.
To have or the ability to attain QCF Level 3 in Practice Children and Young People or equivalent NVQ in order to register with Social Care Wales as a Inclusive Behavioural Support Coordinator.
You will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure & Barring Service and appointment will be subject to 2 satisfactory references.
The team delivers services 365 days of the year during the day, evening and weekend. We are therefore looking for individuals who have a flexible approach to the working hours to meet the demands of the service.
At least 5 years' experience and knowledge of working with children, young people and adults including those who need higher levels of support and behaviours of concern.
This role offers flexible working options for a work life balance. This can include adjusting your working day and hybrid working, ie a balance of office and home working.
Manager details for informal discussion: Emma Edwards, Team Manager ( / /
Welsh Language Skills: The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. We are committed to our Welsh language and are proud of our Welsh culture. We welcome applications in both Welsh and English and application forms received in either language will not be treated less favourably than each other. We're passionate about supporting and encouraging you to use your Cymraeg whatever your level. We offer free classes at all levels, in-person and on-line to support you.
Conwy is committed to safeguarding. Qualifications and references will be verified.
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We're committed to developing a diverse workforce and inclusive teams that embrace a wide range of voices, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. Creating a workplace that is welcoming and where everyone feels they belong ensures we can deliver great services.
We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.
We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you have declared a disability in your application, we guarantee an interview if you evidence that you meet the essential criteria of the job in your application (requirements marked with an 'E' on the Person Specification).
We are happy to provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process (and in employment) where possible. We encourage you to request adjustments. To do this please contact the manager named above to discuss your needs and potential support. There are options to apply via different formats, please contact the HR Team on to discuss how we can support you. These requests will not put you at any disadvantage.
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