Youth Practitioner - Children who are disabled (CWAD)
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We are excited to announce an opportunity to join our team at The Cherries, working with a young person who requires dedicated support. This active child loves spending time outdoors, enjoying activities like walking the Dorset coast and countryside, paddle boarding, and more. After a period at The Cherries, you will transition with him to his forever home in Weymouth.
Your Role as a Youth Practitioner
We are looking for a caring, committed, and positive individual. The role of a Youth Practitioner is rewarding, as you will support the young person, creating a positive and safe environment where they can grow and develop.
Key Responsibilities
* Independent skills development: support in developing skills such as cooking, cleaning, and personal care, fostering independence.
* Engaging activities: organise and participate in activities, especially active outdoor activities.
* Supportive environment: help create a positive and safe environment where the child can grow and develop, making the home welcoming and non-clinical for the child and other employees.
* Team collaboration: work closely with other team members, families, and external agencies to provide the best care, including developing care plans and exploring creative ways to help the child thrive.
* House management: assist with day-to-day running of the home, including cooking meals, cleaning, and administering medication.
* Consistent care: provide stable, long-day support to ensure the child has continuity of care.
What We Can Offer
* Comprehensive training: extensive induction and training programme, including a Level 4 Certificate in Therapeutic Care where required.
* Team environment: diverse teams across the service, united by a passion for helping children, with opportunities to learn from one another.
* Management and benefits: regular supervision and benefits, including an LGPS pension scheme and generous annual leave entitlement.
About You
We are looking for individuals who are:
* Caring, motivated, and enthusiastic
* Passionate about providing high-quality care and creating opportunities for children
* Skilled at forming positive relationships with children and young people
* Adaptive and creative in meeting each child's needs
* Committed to improving the lives and opportunities of disabled children and their families
* Resilient and effective at working within a close-knit team
Further Information
For further information or an informal conversation, please contact Matt Pearson, Manage, at a Dorset Council email address or by telephone on 07826 931919. We encourage applicants to arrange a visit to our homes to better understand who we are, what the job involves, and to ask questions.
This post requires significant travel. You must have a vehicle (or suitable transport) available for use as needed.
This post involves working with children and/or vulnerable adults and/or having access to significant information about them. It will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check. See our policy on the employment of ex-offenders and safeguarding children and young people.
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About Us
At Dorset Council, we are working together to create a fairer, more prosperous, and more sustainable Dorset for everyone, now and in the future.
* Provide essential services that support over 380,000 residents
* Work in partnership to make a real difference
* Value every role and the impact it has on our communities
* Support our employees to grow, develop, and thrive
You Will
* Be part of a team that works together for a better Dorset
* Have access to a range of benefits and support
* Have access to a range of training opportunities for personal development and career progression
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation where different skills, perspectives, and backgrounds strengthen both our council and the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. If you declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role, we will offer you an interview. If you need reasonable adjustments, please let us know on your application.
This role is UK-based, and we will need to confirm your Right to Work as part of the appointment process. We use generic job descriptions and person specifications, so the job title in attachments may differ from the advert. If needed, we will provide additional details in a context statement.
If you’re passionate about making a difference, we’d love you to join us.
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