The home is in walking distance of local shops, recreational centres & local amenities and in close proximity of the city centre, accessible by all major traffic routes in and out of Cardiff.
The team works in a trauma informed and child centred way by building positive connections and trust with our young people who may display social, emotional and behavioural difficulties due to adverse trauma and supporting them with their personal goals and outcomes.
At the core of Crossland's work lies: - Providing immediate support, ensuring we offer a warm and welcoming environment right from the start.
- Recognising and promoting young people's individuality, uniqueness and diverse needs.
- Working with the young people to develop and strengthen positive relationships.
- Providing a safe, nurturing, positive and fun environment.
- Where appropriate, support the young people to maintain and strengthen relationships with families, siblings and other people they identify as significant to them.
- Being able to offer support for young people in immediate need due to family breakdowns.
Working hours and generous enhancements: - You will be required to work to a rota pattern working on average 4 out of 7 days per week including early and late shifts and alternate weekends. There is also a requirement for some sleeping in duties depending on the needs of the service.
- There are generous enhancements paid for evenings, weekend working, Bank Holidays and sleeping in duties, additional to your salary. You will receive an additional salary enhancement of 30% after 8pm weekdays, 50% weekends and £40.80 per sleep in.
- We can offer flexible working hours, whether you are looking for part time of full-time work which could fit around your personal lifestyle.
About the jobWe are looking to recruit to both full time and part time positions.
It takes a special type of person to dedicate their career to supporting others. Your patience, empathy and caring nature would make you the ideal person to work with individuals. If you feel you are this type of person, then we would love to hear from you.
We are looking for people who:
- can ensure children and young people receive a high level and quality of individual support throughout their time in our homes.
- can support children and young people to achieve positive outcomes.
- can build positive and appropriate relationships.
- can bring fun and excitement, being there at every step of a young person's development.
- are willing to learn and share experiences, skills and knowledge whilst also putting children and young people at the centre of your role.
- Can work on a shift pattern that may be subject to change, depending on the needs of the young people and service.
As part of you role you will be based at Crosslands Children's Home however from time to time you may be required to work in other homes within Cardiff.
What We Are Looking For From YouEvery day is different, and you will face new challenges, we need staff members with a can-do attitude, that are willing to go above and beyond for the young people in their care.
We need our team to help recognise and promote young people's individuality, uniqueness and diverse needs whilst providing a nurturing and positive environment.
As a Residential Childcare Officer, you will: - Play an essential part in providing direct care and effective support to young people to enable them to achieve positive outcomes in line with their individualised childcare personal plan.
- Participate fully in the caring and supported living environment within the home which will involve household cleaning, maintenance and meal preparation.
- Help young people get around to events, activities, education, appointments, and meetings.
- Actively support the education plans for children, which may include homework, revision, project work and other educational activities.
- Encourage reading and intellectual development of young people by creating a positive environment for learning and support creating positive links with schools, attending events, activities, and parent's evenings as appropriate.
In return for your skills and commitment you will receive: - Competitive annual leave entitlements and pension plans.
- Help and support to complete:
- All Wales Induction Framework (Social care Wales)
- Level 2 Children and Young People (Core) qualification
- Level 3 Children and Young People (Practice) qualification
- Continual professional development and progression within the service is encouraged and supported along with regular training opportunities.
- Training opportunities for Welsh language learners to further their skills.
- Formal and informal supervision is provided.
- Access to staff well-being services.
If you would like an informal discussion around these opportunities, please contact the homes manager Johnathan Williams via e-mail on johnathan.williams@cardiff.gov.uk or telephone on (029) 2059 1392.
Additional informationPlease refer to job description and person specification when applying for the above posts.
This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced check.
Safeguarding and Child Protection are key priorities for the Council. We aim to support children and vulnerable adults to ensure they are as safe as they can possibly be. Our services and schools are committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and vulnerable adults, and will take action to safeguard their well-being, and acknowledge that children and vulnerable adults have a right to protection. This is supported in the general ethos of the Council and all schools.
This vacancy is suitable for post share.
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