We require an experienced Child Practitioner for the role of Senior within a national organisation’s unit on the outskirts of Colchester. You will work with young people with challenging behaviour and complex needs; understanding these complexities and having a proven record of working with young people is essential.
The position involves acting as an appropriate role model and supporting young people to achieve their potential. Responsibilities include providing care, such as contact supervision, meal preparation, coordinating activities, and following each child's specific care plan in line with the government’s five outcomes outlined in Every Child Matters.
Applicants must be qualified to at least Level 3 Diploma in Working with Children and Young People (or equivalent).
Main duties and responsibilities:
1. Build strong professional relationships with service users and staff.
2. Maintain a safe, clean, and enjoyable environment for young people and staff.
3. Keep up to date with all communication and information systems.
4. Participate actively in meetings.
5. Support young people in managing their behaviour using approved skills.
6. Promote equality and acknowledge individual differences.
7. Protect service users from abuse from staff, visitors, or other service users.
8. Write accurate reports for reviews and keep records for monitoring.
9. Attend required training and achieve relevant qualifications.
10. Attend work reliably and punctually, following a set shift pattern.
11. Stay informed about procedures and policy changes.
12. Ensure health and safety of yourself and others.
13. Undertake additional duties relevant to the role.
14. Take the lead in situations when required.
Person Specification:
1. Ability to form professional relationships with young people.
2. Ability to read, understand, and produce clear reports.
3. Effective communication skills with young people.
4. Willingness to participate in all activities and go where service users want to go.
5. Ability to work reliably and to a high standard.
6. Willingness to participate in training and development.
7. Ability to follow work patterns and attend punctually.
8. Understanding of effective teamwork.
9. Awareness of health, safety, and welfare of young people.
10. Understanding of young people's development and learning.
Shift Patterns:
8am – 11pm plus sleep shifts approximately 12 times a month.
Please note that successful candidates must obtain an enhanced DBS (cost covered by employer) and complete a detailed induction before starting.
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