Social Care Officer (Casual) - DEE06085

Dundee City Council; Dundee; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Dundee seeks motivated individuals to work in a rota-based position providing high-quality care for children and young people. Candidates must have at least 3 National 4s or equivalent and be willing to assist in implementing care plans. Experience with children and young people, particularly those with disabilities, is essential. This role involves working during nights and requires registration with the Scottish Social Services Council.

Qualifications

• Experience working collaboratively with children and families.
• Ability to undertake CALM and moving and handling procedures.
• Understanding and experience with children with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating and maintaining a high-quality care environment.
• Support children to utilize services and information.
• Facilitate care plans and provide necessary support.

Skills

Motivation

Communication skills

Collaborative working

Understanding of children's needs

Education

3 National 4s or equivalent

HNC or SVQ3

Job description

Overview

Working in Craigie Cottage on a rota basis including early, late and night shifts you will work as and when required as per the needs of the Cottage. When work is available you will be contacted. There is no obligation on the Children and Families Service to offer you work, nor are you obliged to accept work. If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, please contact Ryan Stewart on 01382 436563 or by email [e-mail]

Requirements

You will have 3 National 4s, or equivalent and will have the ability to undertake HNC and SVQ3 or any other relevant qualification which provides evidence of academic achievement equivalent to or above SCQF Level 7.

Responsibilities

You will assist in the creation and maintenance of a high quality care environment in which children and young people are are safe, secure and nurtured to grow. You will to help children and young people to make use of services and information as appropriate to their full advantage and to assist in the promotion of trauma informed support.

The Individual

We require people who are motivated and who want to make a difference to the lives of young people cared for by Dundee City Council. You will have experience and understanding of working collaboratively with children and young people and their families and carers, along with experience of working with children and young people with disabilities including close personal care. You require an understanding of young people's needs, the issues affecting them as individuals and the issues affecting them in a group living setting. On a daily basis you need to facilitate their care plans and offer them the necessary support and encouragement to help them reach their potential. You will have good communication skills, both written and verbal, and experience of working effectively in a team. You will be able to undertake CALM and moving and handling procedures where required, be self-reliant, motivated and committed to high standards of care for children and young people. You must be able to work as part of a rota which involves waking nights. You will be able to register with the Scottish Social Services Council within a specified timescale. This post is considered Regulated Work with Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme, or undergo a PVG Scheme update check, prior to a formal offer of employment being made by Dundee City Council.