As an organisation we provide accommodation and mentoring support to young people, in order to develop their independent living skills and prepare them for maintaining their own tenancy and the transition to adulthood. Daily life skills such as cooking, budgeting, accessing education, training or employment etc are all covered within structured key work sessions.
If you think you’re up for the challenge, and would like to join our team, here’s what we’re looking for:
Work Experience
- At least 1 years experience of working with children and adolescents
- Experience in working in residential childrens’ homes would be an advantage
- Working individually and within a team
Qualifications
- Have or be committed to completing QCF /NVQ Level 3 award in Health & Social Care [Children]
Personal attributes
- Ability to engage with young people
- Self motivated
- Sense of humour
- Self organisation
- Reflects on own practice
- Always looking to improve
- Honest and reliable
- Ability to listen and empathise
- Ability to assess risks
Job related knowledge and skills
- Effective communication skills: recording and report writing and verbal communication
- Awareness of non verbal communication i.e. eye contact and personal space
- A professional and caring value base i.e. consistency and empathy