Residential Childcare Worker - Therapeutic & Relational

Derbyshire County Council; Chapel-en-le-Frith; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Derbyshire County Council is seeking a Residential Childrens Worker to provide a holistic, person-centred service to children and young people in Specialist Services. You will collaborate with partner services to support families in accessing needed services and embed Derbyshire Residential Services' therapeutic ethos within Homes to address physical, emotional and social development.

The role requires openness to relationship-based and psychologically informed practice, with knowledge of the

Qualifications

• Understanding of issues affecting children and young people.
• Understanding of child protection and safeguarding procedures.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and national guidance for good practice.
• The ability to communicate with children and young people, in particular building relationships and the ability to manage and respond appropriately to challenging behaviour and build relationships.
• Understanding of Health and Safety responsibilities.
• The ability to proactively engage with children and young people.
• Proven ability to develop and sustain relationships with children and young people, families and professionals from a range of backgrounds.
• Proven ability to support children and young people and others working with them, to contribute effectively to positive outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic care and safety needs for children and young people within Specialist Services.
• Work with partner services to help families access additional services.
• Embed the therapeutic ethos of Derbyshire Residential Services within Homes.
• Use initiative and understand the Children’s Act, quality care standards and relevant regulations.
• Coordinate, organise and run shifts to ensure continuous support.

Job description

Derbyshire County Council is seeking a Residential Childrens Worker to provide a holistic, person-centred service to children and young people in Specialist Services. You will collaborate with partner services to support families in accessing needed services and embed Derbyshire Residential Services' therapeutic ethos within Homes to address physical, emotional and social development.

The role requires openness to relationship-based and psychologically informed practice, with knowledge of the