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Job Title : Virtual School Education Officer – SO1
Job Category : Education (qualified)
Location : London Borough of Hillingdon
Hours Per Week : 35.00
Start Date : Immediate Start
Start Time : 09:00
End Time : 17:00
Salary: £176.89 per day

We are looking to appoint two dynamic practitioners who have experience of working with vulnerable young people preferably in an education setting.
We are seeking candidates who can demonstrate experience of working across the age range 2-18 and preferably have knowledge of working with Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children, those with Special Educational Needs, Children Missing from Education or those who are NEET.
This is an exciting opportunity for a professional experienced in working with young people, to try something different, fulfilling and rewarding.

You will be in charge of a caseload of approximately 35 young people in the care of Hillingdon Local Authority and your job will be to ensure they have the support to overcome barriers to their learning so they achieve their full potential.

You will track and monitor their progress and attendance; you will lead their Personal Education Planning meetings and agree targets and action plans to support their education. In doing so, you will liaise closely with and support foster carers and residential home key workers, social workers, personal advisors and designated teachers/student support services in schools and colleges.

The successful candidate will have good knowledge of the English education system, including assessment across the Key Stages and post 16 pathways.

We are seeking someone who is passionate about enabling Looked After Children and Care Leavers to progress educationally in line with their non-looked after peers.
Our ideal person sticks to deadlines, thinks on their feet, is hardworking, supportive of staff and the team around the child, approachable and friendly. They will be excellent at managing a very busy schedule, organised and pro-active, especially in setting up enrichment activities for our young people. In relation to this role there may be occasional evening and weekend work and there is a need to travel depending on the location of the young people on your caseload.

ROLE PURPOSE:

To work closely with the Hillingdon Virtual School team and Headteacher to:

• Raise the attainment of Looked After Children and Care Leavers via a focus on admissions, attendance, attainment, progress, tuition, enrichment and promoting inclusion
• Hold a caseload of Looked After Children (placed in and out of borough) as decided by the Virtual School Headteacher
• Track the attainment and progress of all Looked After Children (from Nursery to age 18) on their caseload
• Raise the attainment of Looked After Children by chairing and producing high quality, timely Personal Education Plans (PEPs) and monitoring the progress and outcomes of PEP targets.
• Promote a multiagency approach to working with Looked After Children and Care Leavers, particularly in regards to their education
• Advise and support Care Leavers still in education, employment or training, as required
• Contribute to the provision of enrichment and extra-curricular learning activities for Looked After Children and Care Leavers
• Pro-actively develop and maintain effective working relationships with other agencies to ensure joined up services for Looked After Children and Care Leavers

Please note, the successful candidates will be employed on a term-time only basis. This role involves travel to schools which can be outside of Hillingdon and there is a requirement for some office-based working.

Job Category : Housing
Location : Edmonton Centre, Enfield Council
Hours Per Week : 35.00
Start Date : Immediate Start
Start Time : 09:00
End Time : 17:00
Salary: £17.27

To provide a comprehensive and responsive management and support service for homeless households placed in privately leased and hostel type accommodation under Part VII of the Housing Act 1996.

To ensure that the units of temporary accommodation are used economically and effectively; that they remain in a good state of repair and compliant to statutory standards with regard to Health and Safety and suitability.

To maintain effective communication and be the department’s point of contact for; homeless households living in hostel and privately leased accommodation, Landlords and agents of accommodation providers and all associated internal and external organisations.

To ensure all records relating to the units of temporary accommodation and homeless households are maintained, up to date and accurate.

Candidates must have a clean UK driving license and access to their own vehicle. Knowledge of Northgate essential.

Job Category : Social Care & Health Non-Qualified
Location : CIVIC CENTRE, London Borough of Haringey
Hours Per Week : 36.00
Start Date : Immediate Start
Start Time : 09:00
End Time : 17:30
Salary: £17.27

Complete annual reviews and carers reviews under the Care Act 2014. To complete onward referrals to appropriate partner agencies.

Job Category : Social Care & Health Non-Qualified
Location : ALEXANDRA HOUSE, London Borough of Haringey
Hours Per Week : 36.00
Start Date : Immediate Start
Start Time : 09:00
End Time : 17:00
Salary: £17.27

Role Purpose
The role involves providing effective support for children, young people and their families directly as a family support worker within the Localities Service Role involves working with the Whole Family in order to ensure good outcomes for all. Day to day management of the post will rest with the Early Help and Prevention Service based in Children’s Services. You will work with colleagues in the Family Support Service, Health, Education, Youth Justice, social care and Youth Service as well as a range of other agencies to provide a multi-disciplinary approach to children and families with complex needs.
Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Clearly demonstrated ability in direct work with children, young people and families
Experience of working with young people and their families from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
Experience of operating within an equal opportunities’ framework.
Ability to think creatively and problem solve and meet deadlines.
Ability to mentor others and apply good standards of practice.
Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team within a community and to draw on the strengths of the team.
Knowledge of different methods of family support and intervention.
Knowledge of the statutory functions of the local authority and where Early Help and Support sits.
A working knowledge of other relevant legislation, relevant national resources and relevant experience in working directly with adolescents and other agencies to resolve conflict and reduce risk.

Job Category : Financial
Location : London Borough of Hillingdon
Hours Per Week : 36.00
Start Date : Immediate Start
Start Time : 09:00
End Time : 17:00
Salary: £12.22

Agency recruitment of a Brokerage Officer required to meet increase in demand in Adults and Children social care
up until 31st March 2022. The post holder may be required to work on Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays. This post will be funded by the Workforce Development Grant

Job Category : Social Care – Unqualified (North)
Location : Simon Marks Court Leeds
Salary: £10.37
Start Date : Immediate Start
Start Time : 19:00
End Time : 07:00

We are looking for Care assistants to cover part time and full time day & night shifts. Both positions are a 12 hour shift pattern either 8am – 8pm or 8pm to 8am. Full time will be 4 /days/nights per week. we still promote flexible working and a flexible work pattern can be discussed.

Job Purpose and Context
⦁ To enable customers to lead as active and independent lives as possible by providing holistic and personal care.

⦁ To promote choice to customers in their daily living by providing care which meets Care Quality Commissions (CQC) fundamental
standards and supports happy living for the years ahead

Knowledge and Understanding
⦁ Ability to read, understand and complete / contribute to care plans.
⦁ Health and safety in the workplace.
⦁ Manual handling procedures.
⦁ Safeguarding vulnerable adults.
⦁ Food hygiene.
⦁ Mental Capacity Act
Understanding of confidentiality and data protection within a care setting.

Experience
No prior experience of working in a care environment is required

Key Activities
Provide person centered care and support (including laundry, housekeeping and kitchen duties) as identified in the care plan, whilst promoting choice and enabling customers to maintain independence and dignity.
Assist in keeping the location clean, safe and odour free for customers.
Maintain and complete accurate documentation of all care and support undertaken. Recognise, document and report any changes in the care plan, and participate in customer reviews as required

Job Title : Community Support worker (Scale 4)
Job Category : Social Care – Unqualified
Location : Independence and Wellbeing Various, Enfield Council
Hours Per Week : 32.50
Start Date : Immediate Start
Start Time : 09:00
End Time : 15:30
Salary: £9.07

Support worker level 4 required to cover vacancy

Job Title : Social Worker (Adults)
Job Category : Social Care Qualified
Location : Badminton Road Council Offices, South Gloucestershire Council
Hours Per Week : 37.00
Start Date : Immediate Start
Start Time : 09:00
End Time : 17:00
Salary: £24.38

Supporting and helping vulnerable people in our community to live their lives the way they want to. Deliver genuine people-centred, strengths-based support, with a focus on what those we work with tell us will make the biggest difference to them.
Implement, review and monitor actions and outcomes outlines in line with individual care plan.
Make changes and amendments as the needs of the individual change and evolve
Work in line with best practice legislation, policy and guidance to promote the wellbeing and dignity of service users
MUST HAVE:
You must have experience of working within a Local Authority Adult Social Care team.
You must have a degree in Social Work with relevant registration to practice or be in the final year of your Social Work studies.
You should also understand asset and strength-based approaches to adult social care.
You will be a problem solver, confident about making important decisions, underpinned by a genuine passion to work collaboratively with people to meet their goals and aspirations.
This role requires you to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19. You will be asked to show proof of your vaccination status or medial exemption as part of our compliance checks.

Job Category : Social Care – Qualified
Location : West Sussex County Council
Hours Per Week : 22.50
Start Date : Immediate Start
Start Time : 09:00
End Time : 17:30
Salary: £32.16

The successful candidate will provide expert advice and guidance, supporting fostering panels and play a positive role in the journey of children we care for in West Sussex. We are looking for a passionate, experienced social worker or manager to join our thriving fostering service.
As a Foster Panel Advisor, you will be involved in running a number of fostering panels, providing expert advice and guidance to the Panel Chair and members about the fostering regulations and National Minimum Standards. You will also provide expert advice to social workers attending Panel and monitor the timeliness and quality of reports being presented. With experienced practitioners around you and a senior leadership team backing you up, you’ll be in an environment in which you can focus on real social work and the child’s journey. It’s a chance to make your mark as you provide expertise and guidance to colleagues to ensure that children get the interventions and support they need.

Location: Horsham office based but working from home mainly. There will occasionally be some face to face meetings but panels are currently being held virtually.

Duration: until the end of March 2022

The candidate must be able to work Monday, Tuesday and Thursdays all day.

Qualifications and/or experience:
• Post graduate professional qualification relevant either to management or to the professional service specialism (Social Work); or equivalent level of significant experience demonstrating applied application of the above levels of knowledge in a relevant setting.
• Relevant chartered status of a professional body or equivalent high-level experience of involved practices.
• Authoritative, applied knowledge of the specialist or professional discipline including technical theories and related principles.
• Detailed knowledge of practices and procedures relating to management of discipline.
• Knowledge of theoretical Social Work concepts and practices including Secure Base, with demonstrable examples of dealing with complex issues, for example, attachment, impact of developmental trauma and child development.
• Demonstrable experience of delivering or co-ordinating a quality customer focused service to others.
• Significant post qualification experience in dealing with significant and diverse issues.
• Experience of managing a small budget and/or contributing to financially related decisions on larger spends. (Desirable)
• Experience of supporting initiatives in a political environment. (Desirable)

Job Category : Admin & Clerical
Location : Civic Offices, Vale of Glamorgan Council
Hours Per Week : 37.00
Start Date : Immediate Start
Start Time : 08:30
End Time : 16:30
Salary: £10.41

Provide Payroll Administration support to the various Council departments
Maintain employee records
Experience of using Oracle HR system (desirable)
Recording sickness information accurately and on a timely basis
Ensure staff payroll information is accurate
Assist supervisors as required
Maintain strict confidentiality of data in accordance with GDPR regs
Deal with staff in a sensitive way when dealing with payroll queries
Ensure information is filed appropriately

Job Category : Administrative / Clerical
Location : Maidstone House, Swale and Maidstone Borough Council
Hours Per Week : 20.00
Start Date : Immediate Start
Start Time : 09:30
End Time : 14:30
Salary: £10.30

Customer Services is the first point of contact for all customers contacting the council through a variety of different channels, including telephone, web forms, web chat and social media requests. The Technical Customer Support Agents are responsible for handling enquiries on behalf of 14 different services for the authority, making decisions on behalf of back office services.

Ensuring that an excellent level of customer service is consistently provided for internal and external customers. Handling social media enquiries and providing digital support and promotion.
Experience
Demonstrable experience of working in a challenging customer focussed office environment
Experience of dealing with customers on the telephone
Experience of dealing with customer complaints
Experience of adapting communication styles to suit different communication channels
Experience of using social media

Minimum of 5 GCSE’s Grades A-C/4-9 or equivalent which must include English and Maths

A recognised qualification in Customer Service
As this is a customer focused role the ability to converse at ease with customers adapting communication style to suit differing audiences and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential
IT literate with the ability to input, retrieve and interpret data accurately whilst using several computer applications and devices simultaneously
Ability to navigate websites and online forms to find relevant information and deliver this in plain English to suit different customers abilities
Ability to work on own initiative and have confidence and are responsible for making their own decisions when responding to enquiries
Ability to work as part of a team and to contribute towards team goals
Ability to prioritise tasks
Ability to effectively liaise with external organisations and collaborate with internal services to identify opportunities for existing customers

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal particularly in managing customers where English is not their first language

Job Category : Public Health
Location : Lambeth Town Hall, London Borough of Lambeth
Hours Per Week : 35.00
Start Date : Immediate Start
Start Time : 09:00
End Time : 17:00
Salary: £26.06

The Health Protection Practitioner will provide specialist advice on Covid-19 and our Test
and Trace programme in Lambeth.
The postholder will work as part of the Public Health team providing specialist expert advice
on wider Public Health work, which will include a range of infectious diseases including
notifiable diseases, as well as vaccination immunisation and screening.
This role will lead on the response to covid clusters and outbreaks in high risk settings, with
responsibility for decisions about outbreak management and leading on multi-agency
outbreak responses.
The postholder will also be responsible for identifying and leading the implementation of
health protection and infection control systems.
The postholder will work with a range of public and private sector agencies to provide a
health protection function across Lambeth, in partnership with regional resources and the UK
Health Security Agency (successor to PHE).
The Health Protection Pratictioner will line manage and supervise two or more situational
staff memembers.
Through management of staff and resources, the postholder will ensure that services are
delivered in accordance with the Public Health policy.

Relevant Experience
Relevant experience as a practitioner in a related field and maintenance of good relationships with managers, staff and external contracts
Experience of risk management and associated reporting.
Experience of supporting/assisting the development and delivery of presentations, training and/or education
Qualification
Registered Nurse with current professional
NMC registration OR First degree (Health Related) or demonstrable equivalent experience and Working towards registration with an appropriate health or science related professional body OR
Educated to masters level in relevant subject or equivalent level qualification or significant experience of working at a similar level in specialist area

Job Category : Social Care – Qualified
Location : County Hall, Northallerton, DL7 8AD, North Yorkshire County Council
Hours Per Week : 37.00
Start Date : Immediate Start
Start Time : 09:00
End Time : 17:30
Salary: £32.00

Please note that applicants MUST have experience of the implementation of SEND legislation 2014 within a local authority
The legislative framework for SEND changed as a result of the Children and Families Act 2014. The changes were significant in terms of extending the age range covered by the legislation to 0-25 years and introduced enhanced responsibility for engagement with parents/carers and children and young people to shape developments at both strategic and individual level. There is also increased emphasis on key partners including LA, education providers and health to work collaboratively to ensure the outcomes for children and young people are maximised. A new Ofsted framework was introduced in 2016 to monitor the performance of local areas in terms of SEND and compliance with the requirements of the new Code of Practice.
The strategic direction for the development of SEND in NY is underpinned by a strategic plan for SEND which includes developments to strengthen collaboration and decision making at locality level, the creation of local multidisciplinary SEND teams together with the reshaping of the continuum of educational provision for 0-25 year olds with SEND .
Knowledge
Knowledge of Legislative framework for SEND
Detailed knowledge of SEND practices and protocols and inclusion in education
Knowledge of current best practice
Detailed awareness of current national developments in terms of SEND and Inclusion and High Needs funding
Significant level of knowledge in relation to the identification of children nd young people with SEND
Knowledge of performance outcomes for LAs and education settings in terms of SEND and Inclusion
Knowledge of regulatory frameworks including Ofsted and CQC
High degree of understanding around the latest research and evidenced based interventions

Experience
Substantial and relevant experience of working with children and young people in education
Significant experience of collaborative and partnership working across a wide of stakeholders including schools, settings, partner organisations,
parent and carers and children and young people  In depth experience of people and budget management  Experience of intra and inter-agency work.
Experience of managing a range of staff
Experience of effective change management and transformation
Good understanding of government policy process
Experience of analysis of quantitative and qualitative data, report writing and delivery of high quality presentations to a variety of audiences
Occupational Skills
Strong performance management with ability to audit and evaluate.
Ability to plan for and implement change effectively to improve services
Planning and project management skills
Ability to demonstrate effective leadership skills and to motivate teams and partnerships
Excellent organisation skills and the ability to organise and prioritise the work of the team effectively to agreed national and local standards.
Ability to work at a strategic level to develop, manage and sustain innovative service approaches.
Ability to horizon scan at a national level to predict policy direction and ensure services are planned ahead of policy implementation
Highly effective communicator able to influence relations with partners
Strong commitment to Anti Discriminatory Practice
Considerable understanding of prudent Budget Management within a context of complex budgets.
Good Presentation skills (written and oral)  Proficient IT skills, e.g. email, word etc.

Job Category : Human Resources
Location : London Borough of Newham
Hours Per Week : 36.00
Start Date : Immediate Start
Start Time : 09:00
End Time : 17:00
Must have TUPE experience ****
PAY RATE £22.31 per hour

• Provision of high quality and consistent HR&OD advice guidance and support in a cost effective and efficient way that positively impacts customer effectiveness, efficiency and confidence
• Ensure all customers receive effective HR&OD advice in a cost effective and efficient way, and are given consistent advice on the interpretation of HR&OD policies, procedures and legislation
• Deliver a responsive and flexible service that supports organisational and service priorities

Job Category : Admin / Clerical
Location : ALEXANDRA HOUSE, London Borough of Haringey
Hours Per Week : 36.00
Start Date : Immediate Start
Start Time : 09:00
End Time : 17:30
Salary: £13.39

I require 3 officers to work on a Council Tax Arrears and Maximisation Project.
The officers are required to be multi skilled in Collection and Recovery work, Including Charging Orders and Bankruptcies.
To assist in the day to day delivery of revenues, benefits and / or customer services for the council, according to legislation, council policy and procedures.
To contribute towards the provision of high quality, professional customer facing revenues & benefits and other services that provide value for money for the council and local residents.
To operate as a generic officer across the core activities of the service with a focus on customer demand and performance.
We are a Northgate site, all Officers are expected to be proficient users

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

⦁ Core Values

Demonstrate a commitment to the corporate vision for customer facing services and an ability to model the behaviours reflecting the Council’s core values and organisational beliefs in the delivery of such services.

⦁ Communication

Sound oral and written skills, demonstrating an ability to deal with and communicate complex information in a clear and understandable way.

Able to communicate effectively and sensitively through face to face and/or more remote contact as required, delivering a high quality service.

⦁ Change Management

Display a willingness and ability to support the successful implementation of organisational and cultural change where necessary.

Be enthusiastic and proactive about change, with a sound ability to work across disciplines and service boundaries as required.

Demonstrate openness to suggestions for improvements and an ability to participate in the implementation of creative and innovative solutions to the challenges facing the service. Demonstrate a bias for action and an ability and willingness to support new opportunities.

⦁ Personal Development and Performance

An awareness of required performance standards and the need for on-going personal development to minimise error rates and achieve a performance which ‘gets it right first time’, and improves service comparability with other authorities

Able to work within, and contribute towards, a motivated and professional workforce with a willingness to address areas of improvement.

Invest time and personal effort in continually raising own performance demonstrating a drive towards continuous personal development.

⦁ Team Working

Demonstrate the ability to develop and maintain good working relationships across the functions of the service and key stakeholders.

⦁ Local Government

To have a general awareness of the key issues facing local government and the service, as influenced by external economic and political factors. Demonstrate an understanding of the challenges and sensitivities posed by providing public services in a multi-cultural area.

Job Title : Adolescent Assistant Intervention Worker G5
Job Category : Social Care – Unqualified
Location : County Hall, Cardiff Council
Hours Per Week : 37.00
Start Date : Immediate Start
Start Time : 09:00
End Time : 17:00
Salary: £12.50

Adolescent Youth Worker
Are you looking for opportunities to gain experience within a dynamic and innovative team?
We currently have vacancies for the role of adolescent youth workers this is an exciting role.
We are looking for creative individuals who enjoy working with adolescents and their families to join locality Team, in Cardiff’s Children’s Service, and help make a difference to our young people’s lives.
You will be working to support Social Workers in the team and will work intensively and in a planned way with the adolescents, family or carers and other agencies and services, supporting children and families to achieve their potential. You will undertake direct work with adolescents, parenting work and group work. As well as this, you will undertake Return Home Interviews for children who have been missing. You will need to be able to work in partnership and use your skills to engage with children in a meaningful way.
You’ll need experience of working with children and young people in a paid or voluntary setting. You will also need to be able to engage with children and young people and their families/carers and support Social Workers in managing risk and achieving positive change working within the trauma informed manner.
As a member of our team, you will be working alongside Social Workers and other partners, agencies, and the voluntary sector to support children and their families in the community. Cardiff Children’s Service provides training to ensure competence and professional development. We will ensure that you receive a full induction and monthly supervision.
Cardiff Children’s Service believes that the welfare of children and their families is paramount. Team members are enthusiastic and supportive, committed to the provision of a quality service for children and their carers. We are looking for people with similar qualities to join us to continue the good work already being done. No two days in the team are the same!
Effective interpersonal and communication skills are also vital and we are looking for essential car users who have use of a vehicle for work.

Job Title : Child Development Worker G5
Job Category : Social Care – Unqualified
Location : County Hall, Cardiff Council
Hours Per Week : 37.00
Start Date : Immediate Start
Start Time : 09:00
End Time : 17:00
Salary: £12.50

Early years practitioner
We’re seeking qualified early years practitioner to join the Cardiff childdren Services, to help us:
• Improve the quality of parent child interaction
• improve child development knowledge and skills
• Ensure effective safeguarding practice within the Early Years and Childcare arena
• Build confidence in engagement of delivery of Early developmental progress
This role is suitable for someone with experience working with children aged from birth to five, who has a clear understanding of good enough parenting looks like and knows how to achieve this.
Within your career you will have developed the knowledge and skills to support children to progress and assist parents in understanding the needs of their children. You will be confident in the writing and delivery reports and contributing to the wider care and support to children.

This role is suitable for someone with experience in early childhood development , proven ability to improve outcomes and experience of working in early years.
We are looking for someone who is committed, enthusiastic, dedicated and passionate about improving outcomes for the youngest children in Cardiff

Job Title : Care Assistant – Ridgemount Banstead
Job Category : Social Care – Unqualified (London & Surrey)
Location : Ridgemount Banstead
Salary: £11.30
Start Date : Immediate Start
Start Time : 19:00
End Time : 07:00

We are looking for Care assistants to cover part time and full time day & night shifts. Both positions are a 12 hour shift pattern either 8am – 8pm or 8pm to 8am. Full time will be 4 /days/nights per week. we still promote flexible working and a flexible work pattern can be discussed.

Job Purpose and Context
⦁ To enable customers to lead as active and independent lives as possible by providing holistic and personal care.

⦁ To promote choice to customers in their daily living by providing care which meets Care Quality Commissions (CQC) fundamental
standards and supports happy living for the years ahead

Knowledge and Understanding
⦁ Ability to read, understand and complete / contribute to care plans.
⦁ Health and safety in the workplace.
⦁ Manual handling procedures.
⦁ Safeguarding vulnerable adults.
⦁ Food hygiene.
⦁ Mental Capacity Act
Understanding of confidentiality and data protection within a care setting.

Experience
No prior experience of working in a care environment is required

Key Activities
Provide person centered care and support (including laundry, housekeeping and kitchen duties) as identified in the care plan, whilst promoting choice and enabling customers to maintain independence and dignity.
Assist in keeping the location clean, safe and odour free for customers.
Maintain and complete accurate documentation of all care and support undertaken. Recognise, document and report any changes in the care plan, and participate in customer reviews as required

Job Title : Navigator SC4
Job Category : Admin / Clerical
Location : CIVIC CENTRE, London Borough of Haringey
Hours Per Week : 36.00
Start Date : Immediate Start
Start Time : 08:00
End Time : 14:30
Salary: £12.25

Role Purpose
This role will provide information and guidance to people accessing Mulberry Junction, the Council’s resource centre for single people in Haringey affected by, or at risk of homelessness. The Navigator will help people connect with the services and opportunities they need to achieve positive housing, health and learning outcomes.
The Navigator will be part of a team whose overall aim is to tackle rough sleeping, reduce homelessness and help people achieve their personal goals by providing a range of housing, health and wellbeing support at Mulberry Junction
By providing support, signposting and connection between people and services at Mulberry Junction, the Navigator will ensure the service is a key resource in the work to tackle homelessness, where people are empowered to achieve their goals.

Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience

1. Personal experience or understanding of the issues affecting single homeless people or those at risk of homelessness
2. Understanding and commitment to working responsively to support individuals plan and realise their aspirations and strengths
3. An ability to work proactively and respectfully to reduce distress and conflict whilst maintaining boundaries and ensuring consistency
4. Understanding of and commitment to following relevant safeguarding, Health & Safety and Domestic Violence policies
5. Ability to work creatively, flexibly in a solution focused way to support single homeless people direct their support
6. Ability to work with partner services and teams to enable effective assessment, signposting and involvement with single homeless people
7. To recognise the need for and commitment to self- care and recognised support mechanisms due to the intensity of the work
8. Ability to promote the service locally to engage local communities and groups to contribute to the development of the service
9. Undertake self-learning and team-based development opportunities to continuously inform practice
10. Knowledge and commitment to co-production and service user involvement in the design and operation of services
11. Familiarity with IT applications including Microsoft Office and keyboard skills

Job Category : Social Care – Unqualified (North-East)
Location : The Manor House Barnard Castle
Salary: £10.63
Start Date : Immediate Start
Start Time : 19:00
End Time : 07:00

We are looking for Care assistants to cover part time and full time day & night shifts. Both positions are a 12 hour shift pattern either 8am – 8pm or 8pm to 8am. Full time will be 4 /days/nights per week. we still promote flexible working and a flexible work pattern can be discussed.

Job Purpose and Context
⦁ To enable customers to lead as active and independent lives as possible by providing holistic and personal care.

⦁ To promote choice to customers in their daily living by providing care which meets Care Quality Commissions (CQC) fundamental
standards and supports happy living for the years ahead

Knowledge and Understanding
⦁ Ability to read, understand and complete / contribute to care plans.
⦁ Health and safety in the workplace.
⦁ Manual handling procedures.
⦁ Safeguarding vulnerable adults.
⦁ Food hygiene.
⦁ Mental Capacity Act
Understanding of confidentiality and data protection within a care setting.

Experience
No prior experience of working in a care environment is required

Key Activities
Provide person centered care and support (including laundry, housekeeping and kitchen duties) as identified in the care plan, whilst promoting choice and enabling customers to maintain independence and dignity.
Assist in keeping the location clean, safe and odour free for customers.
Maintain and complete accurate documentation of all care and support undertaken. Recognise, document and report any changes in the care plan, and participate in customer reviews as required