Total 3 job vacancies by Lavender Grove Cares

We are Registered Children's Home based in Romford, Little Maples is registered to accommodate 4 young people of mixed gender aged 5-18 years old with social, emotional, behavioural and complex needs.

We are looking to recruit Young Persons Support Workers and bank staff in Romford to join us and support us to grow our services further with development opportunities as the company expands

Job descriptions and person specifications are available on request to review the requirements for this role.

Excellent rates of pay and company training package.

Starting Salary will be £11.50 per hour -£12.50, however pay grade may be subject to experience and qualification.

Desirable
NVQ 3 Health and Social Care, Or Diploma Level 3 in Residential Child Care or equivalent.

Essential

Driving License, able to work evenings, weekends on a shift rota pattern

1. To assist in the smooth running of the home, being part of a multidisciplinary team promoting a warm, caring, safe and enjoyable environment.

2. To have responsibility for safeguarding and promoting individual rights, providing good quality care which is free from oppression and where differences are respected and valued.

3. To assist in providing a safe, structured, caring environment for young people, by helping to settle them at night and supervising them during the night.

4.To ensure domestic standards such as cooking, cleaning, washing up, loading the dishwasher and similar are set and monitored in such a fashion as to set a good example to the children.

5. Maintain a clean and safe environment; ensure that the physical state of the building is maintained to a high standard and that all repair/maintenance problems are reported promptly.

5. To manage challenging behaviours safety, in a way that protects and maintains the rights of the young people.

6. To maintain accurate and up to date records of e.g. residents, callers, etc. and produce written reports to adhere to Lavender Grove Cares Policies and Procedures with particular note to Safeguarding, Whistle- blowing, Complaints, Equality and Diversity.

7. Promote and actively encourage the delivery of a safe, structured and nurturing environment, promoting the young person’s independence and developing their life skills.

8. To assist and supervise in the continual assessment of the needs of the children and young people and to identify and prepare specific development plans to ensure the most appropriate service provision.

9. To contribute to the development of appropriate relationships with and between staff, young people and other stakeholders.

10. To engage in the implementation of additional techniques and practices supporting improvements in child-care.

11. Encourage positive development of each Child/ Young Person’s interests and attitudes.

12. To promote, safeguard and protect the welfare of each Child and Young Person.

13. Establish and maintain positive and trusting relationships with the Young People that will promote their sense of security.

14. Provide firm, consistent and fair boundaries in respect of their behaviour and employ appropriate and agreed sanctions.

15. Ensure that appropriate medical help is provided in line with individual care plans/ cases of illness and accidents.

16. Promote the development of an emotionally and physically healthy lifestyle for Children and Young People.

17. Assist Young People in the development and sustaining of positive social networks with adults and other peer groups.

18. To participate in group activities and group holidays if suitable.

19. To assist in the provision/preparation of meals in the home.

20. To assist and support our Young People through the process of leaving care.

21. Encourage our young people to develop their full educational and vocational attainment.

22. Observe and assess the behaviour of our Young People in our home, using formal and informal keywork sessions to aid positive self-worth and identity.

23. To engage in and supervise night-time care practices, creating an accepting environment conducive to the positive personal development of each Young Person.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £23,400.00-£25,350.00 per year

Benefits:

On-site parking
Schedule:

Night shift
Overtime
Application question(s):

Do you have a Current DBS and is it on the Update Service?
Do you have a full Driving License ?

Full job description
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Team Leader to join our team at Lavender Grove Cares Residential home in Romford. Our mission at Lavender Grove Cares is to provide a caring, stable safe and happy environment for our children and young people .Here at Lavender Grove we like to think of ourselves as a family.

As a Team Leader you will play a critical role in providing care, guidance and support to children in a residential setting. You will be responsible for leading a team of support workers and ensuring the well-being and safety of the children under your care.

Responsibilities :

Lead a team of support workers, providing guidance, support and supervision.
Delegate tasks and responsibilities to team members effectively..
Foster a positive and inclusive team culture, promoting collaboration and professional development.
Care and support:

Ensure the physical, emotional and social well-being of children in our residential home.
Develop and implement individual care plans for each child, taking into consideration their unique needs and preferences.
Safeguarding and Risk Management:

Ensure adherence to safeguarding policies and procedures, promoting the welfare and protection of children.
Assess and manage risks within our residential home environment, implementing appropriate safety measures.
Respond effectively to incidents and emergencies, following established protocols.
Collaboration and communication:

Collaborate with external agencies including social Services and educational establishments, to ensure the holistic care and and development of children
Participate in team meeting, case conferences and training sessions to share information, discuss strategies and enhance professional knowledge.
Qualifications and skills

Minimum of 2 years experience working in a similar role within a children's residential home or related setting.
A relevant qualification in Children's Health and Social care.
Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate a inspire a team.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children and colleagues.
Knowledge of child development, safeguarding procedures and relevant legislation .
Ability to remain calm and composed in challenging situations and make sound decisions
Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends and holidays, as required.
We offer a competitive package with benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development within Lavender Grove Cares.

If you are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and have the necessary skills and experience, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.

This job description may be amended from time to time, to take account of changing trends in social care relevant legislation, together with Employment Law, feedback from our stakeholders including our children and young people and regulatory bodies.

The recruitment process aims to create and maintain a safe workforce and contains robust vetting procedures. The successful applicants will be appointed subject to references, enhanced DBS (which should also on the DBS update service). and screening. Changes to personal circumstances which may affect this must be notified to a senior manager immediately.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £25,350.00-£27,300.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress
Company pension
Discounted or free food
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking
Referral programme
Schedule:

15 hour shift
Day shift
Education:

Certificate of Higher Education (preferred)
Experience:

Residential Childcare: 2 years (preferred)
Support Environment: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care (preferred)
Child Workforce DBS on the update service
Driving license