field_remote_option

field_job_employment_type

job_industry

field_job_occupational_field_parents_all

job_organization_name

<ul></ul>





About UsBlue Cove is a 3-bed home and welcomes children between the ages of 12 up to 18 years at the time of referral. We are a short-term emergency assessment home that provides support to children at times of crisis or significant periods of change in their lives. The children experience a range of social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties due to family breakdown and early childhood trauma. These children are often at risk in the community and as such, it is our goal to keep them safe from harm whilst we work with partner agencies to find a suitable placement or to support them to reintegrate into their previous or a new setting.A Residential Childcare Worker at Blue Cove says "It has its challenges, but it's got to be the most rewarding job that I have ever done. I work with a great team, and you need a great team to support our fantastic children. They genuinely do make us laugh every day and that in itself makes it all worthwhile…Whilst it's not always immediately visible, the care and support you provide can have a profound and lasting impact on their [children's] lives."About the RoleSalary: £28,598 - £30,023 per annum (includes weekend working allowance) plus excellent pension, annual leave and additional benefits Working Pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week Contract: Permanent Location: Worthing Shifts and Rotas: for day work, you will be required to work on a shift rota between 07:00 - 22:00, including every other weekend and approximately one sleep-in duty per week currently with enhanced pay. This can be discussed with candidates in more detail at interview.Children's Residential Recruitment and Retention Payment scheme - £1500 during your first 18 months while you remain in the County Council's permanent employment during this time to support our new employees in this vital role! The scheme consists of two payments: £500 after successful completion of 6 months employment (including successful completion of probation where relevant) and £1,000 after 18 months.As a Residential Childcare Worker at Blue Cove, you will provide a safe, nurturing environment where young people feel valued and supported through times of crisis or change. You will build trusting relationships with young people, act as a positive role model, and encourage activities that strengthen their confidence, resilience, and independence. Each day is different supporting a child's individual plan such as a range of tailored activities or learning, meal times, family contact and celebrating achievements. Communication and organisation are key parts of the role, as you will work closely with colleagues to provide consistent care, keep accurate records, and liaise with families, social workers, and other professionals. We are seeking someone who is passionate, organised, resilient and committed to delivering high standards of care, with a focus on consistency and helping young people achieve their best.Join our fantastic, supportive team with great opportunities for personal development and apply today!Experience and SkillsSome of the key skills and experience required for the role are:<ul><li>Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent. If you do not have this, the service will support you to complete this qualification; you must achieve this within two years of appointment as it is a statutory requirement of this post.</li><li>Sound communication and interpersonal skills to a range of children and families.</li><li>Ability to promote and encourage a multi-agency approach to support the child.</li><li>Ability to use initiative to resolve problems within given parameters.</li><li>Ability to work under pressure and prioritise work.</li><li>Ability to work as part of a team around a child.</li><li>Good standard of literacy e.g. ability to write reports around individuals and significant incidents, with a Grade C or above (4-9) in GCSE or equivalent qualification in English. If you do not hold this, you will need to apply for English Functional Skills before being considered for this role. You can find out more about gaining an English Functional Skills on the Government website <a href="https://www.gov.uk/improve-english-maths-it-skills" target="_blank">Improve your English, Maths and IT Skills</a>.</li></ul>For the full list of experience, qualifications and key skills required for the role please review the job description attached. Rewards and Benefits"You get loads of training; both in-house and externally and I've found that I have been supported well to fit this around the daily tasks…Outside of this, the Team really do seem to care about your wellbeing, and I've surprised myself with how this has impacted my levels of resilience." Current Residential Childcare Worker at Blue CoveAs an employer we recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where you can achieve your full potential and are rewarded for the work you do. For example you will receive:<ul><li>an excellent <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/about-the-council/pensions/" target="_blank">local government pension scheme</a></li><li>generous holiday entitlement of 27 to 28 days, depending on job title and length of service</li><li>access to a wide selection of retail discounts and savings such as groceries, shopping, travel and more through our West Sussex Choices benefits platform.</li><li>a range of commuting and business travel discount and initiatives</li><li>maternity, paternity, dependency and adoption leave</li><li>health and wellbeing benefits including access to our Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>financial wellbeing support including access to educational tools and webinars, loans or debt consolidation options and savings scheme</li><li>training and development opportunities, including coaching and mentoring</li></ul>For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Rewards and Benefits</a> page.Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE05449 .To apply, upload your CV and application form, explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role, ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and an occupational health check. A fully employment history will be requested and covered for this role.Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/" target="_blank">application help</a> page.Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!

Residential Childcare Worker - Blue Cove

<ul></ul>





About UsWest Sussex County Council is a diverse organisation that provides services to more than 850,000 residents every day. As an employer we recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where employees can achieve their full potential, achieve a healthy work-life balance and are rewarded for the work they do.An exciting opportunity has come up to join our Combined Placement Sourcing Team (CPST) as part of the health and social care system to ensure people who require supported discharge from hospital have access to the appropriate services working alongside the working age mental health service (WAMHS). Check out our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/campaigns/careers-in-the-combined-placement-and-sourcing-team-adults-services/" target="_blank">Combined Placement and Sourcing Team (Adult Services) campaign page </a>for more information.About The JobSalary: £29,540 to £32,061 per annum Working Pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week Contract Type: Permanent in the CPST Working Age Mental Health team Location: Office base in Worthing until January when the office base will move to LittlehamptonCare and Support Broker roles are mainly office based with occasional travel and work during standard office working hours on weekdays between 9am and 5pm. You may have a background in health or social care already or you might have really good transferable skills from other sectors.As this position is within the Mental Health CPST team, prior experience supporting individuals with their mental health needs is highly desirable.We are looking for someone to join our dedicated team, providing support to our customers to access appropriate care and support services. We are looking for someone with strong communication skills to work in partnership with a range of different services and customers to support teams in navigating changing demands and ensure the best support is provided.As a representative for CPST we provide support across health and social care, and plan and source support for people being discharged from hospital and those with assessed social care needs.Experience and SkillsKey Skills (please cover with examples within your application as these are the short listing criteria): 1. Able to support the planning and arranging of customer focused and strengths-based services for people with care and support needs 2. Able to accurately relay information to service providers and health and social care colleagues to enable appropriate services to be sourced quickly 3. Able to organise / prioritise work, work independently, and work under pressure and to tight deadlines 4. Able to interpret intelligence received to determine risks and communicate safeguarding and service quality issues through the relevant channels 5. Excellent written, verbal, influencing and negotiation skills 6. Sound and accurate IT and keyboard skills Qualifications and/or experience: * NVQ level 3 in a relevant subject, or equivalent qualification or experience * GCSE English and Maths, or equivalent qualification or experience operating at this level of literacy and numeracy * Good up-to-date working knowledge of legislations and organisational policies relevant to the specialist area of the post e.g. Care Act (2014), Hospital Discharge Guidance 2020, Mental Health Act (1983) etc * Experience of monitoring data and information including financial material and using a range of IT and data systems * Good understanding of office systems and practices related to carrying out a health or social care role * Experience of influencing and negotiating with individuals, stakeholders and service providers- DesirableRewards and BenefitsFor a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Rewards and Benefits</a> page.Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE05984.For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Geena Rowe (Placement &amp; Sourcing Team Manager) at . For issues or queries regarding your application please contact <a href="mailto:" target="_blank"></a>. To apply, upload your CV and complete the application explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.West Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting an environment that is inclusive and free from all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the diversity of its people. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and take every possible step to ensure that no individual will be disadvantaged.For information regarding your eligibility to apply for this role under our Disability or Veteran's Guaranteed Interview Scheme (if you meet all the essential criteria), this can be found on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/" target="_blank">application help</a> page. Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!

Care & Support Broker - Mental Health CPST Team

<ul></ul>





About UsWest Sussex County Council is a diverse organisation that provides services to more than 850,000 residents every day. This is a great opportunity to join us as an Assistant Care Manager in friendly Worthing Hospital Social Work Team that prides itself on their supportive culture.Stacey, an Assistant Care Manager in the team, says "I enjoy working as an ACM as it is an opportunity to work within the social care sector - helping people with varying needs, supporting them to meet their outcomes and striving to make a difference. I really enjoy working in the team because of the wealth of experience my colleagues hold and the supportive nature of every member of staff"Our hospital social work teams thrive in a high pace, high pressure environment where they can make a real and positive impact on people's lives. They have a varied and challenging workload; every day is different and offers an opportunity to learn something new.Within the hospital, our social workers support the integrated discharge teams by sharing their professional expertise. Together, they work with some of the most complex patients and their families to enable a safe and rapid discharge from the ward. They also work with the emergency departments to avoid unnecessary admissions to hospital.Within West Sussex, we have implemented a successful 'discharge to assess model'. Much of our hospital social workers' time is now spent carrying out assessments for people recently discharged from hospital. They support them and their families to make decisions about their longer term outcomes, with a strong emphasis on supporting people to return and remain at home, being as independent as possible.About The JobSalary: £29,540 to £32,061 per annum Working Pattern: Full time 37 hours per week Contract Type: Permanent Location: Worthing General HospitalOur Assistant Care Managers have a really supportive working environment and inductions are well planned with help from across the team. There are 25 members in the Worthing Hospital Social Work Team so whether it's in person, on the phone or even in the chat group there is always someone on hand to help.You will be working across the Acute ward, A&amp;E, Community Hospitals, and assessing people in their own homes; providing advice and guidance to those people who access or need the service.. As well as assessing you will be completing plans, implementing and monitoring care packages, although there is a focus on short term support you will also be carrying out reviews for long term support. To be successful in this role you will need to use your initiative and demonstrate personal resilience as you could have exposure to challenging behaviours from people who access or need the service.An important part of the role is accurate records of all of the amazing work you have undertaken, and produce reports and correspondence for a variety of audiences including meetings, conferences, court, panels and other agencies.You will receive regular, supportive and reflective supervision from senior social work colleagues, but you will also need to use your own initiative where appropriate. There would be some requirement to work flexibly, out of office hours to assist customers, carers and families and you will be required to travel throughout the county including locations that are not always easily accessible by public transport.For those applicants interested in sponsorship the soc code for this role is 2469.Experience and SkillsThese will be used as the shortlisting criteria so please cover in your application with examples.Key Skills:<ol><li>Ability to analyse and interpret information and prioritise needs in order to make recommendations/decisions which will have a positive outcome.</li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team, working under pressure and to tight deadlines.</li><li>Ability to work in a multi-agency environment to deliver a service to those people who access or need the service.</li><li>Ability to communicate complicated or sensitive information to a range of audiences to achieve positive outcomes; to be able to communicate clearly with customers reflecting the service objectives and standards.</li><li>Sound and accurate IT and keyboard skills.</li><li>Ability to recognise the limits of own accountability and responsibility, and to seek appropriate support, advice and supervision.</li></ol>Qualifications and/or experience:<ul><li>GCSE English and Maths or equivalent qualification or experience operating at this level of literacy and numeracy.</li><li>NVQ Level 3 in Care. Desirable</li><li>Experience of providing support/working with people in a Social Care environment.</li><li>Experience of forming effective working relationships within a multi-agency setting.</li><li>An awareness of the policies, practices and procedures relevant to Social Work. Experience of the assessment and review process of care packages.</li><li>Experience of applying relevant legislation, policies and procedures to individual pieces of work.</li></ul>Rewards and BenefitsFor a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Rewards and Benefits</a> page.Further InformationFor an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Anna Perry (Team Manager) at <a href="mailto:" target="_blank"></a>. For issues or queries regarding your application please contact <a href="mailto:" target="_blank"></a>. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.West Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting an environment that is inclusive and free from all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the diversity of its people. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and take every possible step to ensure that no individual will be disadvantaged.For information regarding your eligibility to apply for this role under our Disability or Veteran's Guaranteed Interview Scheme (if you meet all the essential criteria), this can be found on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/" target="_blank">application help</a> page. Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!

Assistant Care Manager - Worthing Hospital

<ul></ul>





About UsWest Sussex County Council is a diverse organisation that provides services to more than 850,000 residents. If you are thinking why join West Sussex there is a supportive culture that is second to none. Employees are genuinely valued, respected and there is an emphasis on work life balance.Lifelong Services operate countywide, with teams based in each of the three main hubs within West Sussex. Our Lifelong Services Teams have a unique focus, supporting young people and adults with lifelong physical disabilities, learning disabilities, autism, and brain injuries acquired at an early age. We also work with adults with sensory impairments acquired at any age.The teams offer a dedicated, strengths-based approach to disability that we know makes a positive difference. Whether they are engaging with people seeking advice, providing equipment or skills training, or starting a journey with people that may lead to a personal budget to meet complex needs, they are always looking to deliver the best outcomes.About The JobSalary: £23,951 - £25,995 per annum Working Pattern: Part Time, 30 hours per week Contract Length: Permanent Location: Horsham Area, with hybrid working✅Do you have experience within the Social Work sector?✅Are you passionate about providing quality care to the community?✅Do you want to #BeTheDifference?In this exciting opportunity, you will, under guidance and regular supervision provide a social work support service to those people who access or need the service, to include assessment, planning and review within the Supporting Lives, Connecting People framework. You will manage a challenging yet rewarding portfolio of casework, attending multi-disciplinary meetings and working in partnership with our Health, Community and Third Sector colleagues.We are looking for a self-motivated, collaborative Assistant Care Manager to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant difference to our service users lives, although challenging the rewards by far outweigh those challenges as you will always strive for a positive outcome. No two days will look the same; you'll be working in at various locations across Worthing, Shoreham, Lancing and Littlehampton with numerous colleagues and customers from all walks of life. You will need to take an organised approach whilst exercising your expertise with knowledge of policies and legislations to support those in need.For those applicants interested in sponsorship the soc code for this role is 2469.Experience and SkillsKey Skills (please cover within your application):<ol><li>Ability to analyse and interpret information and prioritise needs in order to make recommendations/decisions which will have a positive outcome.</li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team, working under pressure and to tight deadlines.</li><li>Ability to work in a multi-agency environment to deliver a service to those people who access or need the service.</li><li>Ability to communicate complicated or sensitive information to a range of audiences to achieve positive outcomes; to be able to communicate clearly with customers reflecting the service objectives and standards.</li></ol>Qualifications and/or experience:<ul><li>GCSE English and Maths or equivalent qualification or experience operating at this level of literacy and numeracy.</li><li>NVQ Level 3 in Care. Desirable</li><li>Experience of providing support/working with people in a Social Care environment.</li><li>Experience of forming effective working relationships within a multi-agency setting.</li><li>An awareness of the policies, practices and procedures relevant to Social Work. Experience of the assessment and review process of care packages.</li><li>Experience of applying relevant legislation, policies and procedures to individual pieces of work.</li></ul>Rewards and BenefitsFor a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Rewards and Benefits</a> page.Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE06001.For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Helen McCoy (Team Manager) at <a href="mailto:" target="_blank"></a>. For issues or queries regarding your application please contact <a href="mailto:" target="_blank"></a>. To apply, upload your CV and complete the application explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.West Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting an environment that is inclusive and free from all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the diversity of its people. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and take every possible step to ensure that no individual will be disadvantaged.For information regarding your eligibility to apply for this role under our Disability or Veteran's Guaranteed Interview Scheme (if you meet all the essential criteria), this can be found on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/" target="_blank">application help</a> page. Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!

Assistant Care Manager - Lifelong Services

<ul></ul>





About The Role
Salary: £29,540 - £32,061 per annum Contract Type: Permanent Working Pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week Location: County Hall North, Horsham
<ul>
<li>Do you possess good communication skills?</li>
<li>Are you resilient, adaptable, and organised?</li>
<li>Have you worked in a multi-agency setting before?</li>
</ul>
Then this might be the role for you!
As an Integrated Front Door (IFD) Support Officer in the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH), you will be working as part of a multi-disciplinary team including police, health, education and social workers. The IFD team is the access point to Children's Social Care in West Sussex.
In this role, you will be a member of this multi-agency team with the responsibility for gathering information to inform decisions about the level of need for a child or young person into Children's social care. You will provide a recommendation for the appropriate outcomes, while ensuring that practice is compliant with statutory responsibilities and that the child or young person is not at immediate risk of harm.
The work will involve regular contact with people who access or need the service who may present challenging behaviours, and/or subject matter which may be distressing, for example, dealing with vulnerable individuals and families or those with complex problems.
Just some of the things you can expect from the role:
<ul>
<li>Communicating effectively with people accessing the service, which could include children, families, general members of the public as well as other professionals both internally and externally.</li>
<li>Completing initial enquiries to review the needs of the individuals and families you are working with.</li>
<li>Triaging incoming requests for support across several mediums, including an email inbox.</li>
<li>Maintenance of accurate records and reports to ensure highly accurate record keeping and data.</li>
<li>Being a representative for the service by delivering services to those people who access or need the service, acting with integrity, professionalism, and respect on behalf of the organisation. This ensures that the needs of individuals are paramount.</li>
</ul>
Experience and Skills
To be successful in this role, you will need to:
<ul>
<li>Analyse and interpret information to complete initial assessments of the level of need on a case-by-case basis. Also ensuring that if the level of risk for harm is high, that it is escalated accordingly.</li>
<li>Work within a multi-agency setting to support the decision-making process within the function and respond sensitively and flexibly dependant on the audience of the communication.</li>
<li>Be able to identify range of interventions and apply the most suitable or appropriate service for a child or family in line with their needs.</li>
<li>Understand and reflect on the impact of your work and the effects it may have on the individuals you are working to support. Know when you need to escalate and seek help to ensure the needs are met.</li>
<li>GCSE English and Maths (Grades 9-4 or A-C) or equivalent to demonstrate experience of operating at this level of literacy/numeracy.</li>
<li>Experience of providing advice and guidance to individuals.</li>
<li>Being able to work under pressure and within strict timescales.</li>
<li>Experience of applying relevant legislation, policies, and procedures to individual pieces of work.</li>
<li>An awareness of the policies, practices, and procedures relevant to providing support to children and families as well as the role of social care.</li>
<li>Sound and accurate IT knowledge with experience of maintaining databases with clear, accurate records of all work undertaken and producing records, reports and correspondence for a variety of audiences.</li>
</ul>
For more information on the Key Skills as well as the Qualifications and/or experience required, please refer to the Job Description attached.
Rewards and Benefits
As an employer we recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where you can achieve your full potential, achieve a healthy work-life balance and are rewarded for the work you do. Upon joining us you will have access to a range of benefits such as:
For a full list this can be found at our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Rewards and Benefits page.</a>
About Us
The Integrated Front Door brings together Children's Social Care, Early Help and a multi-disciplinary team to provide an effective way to manage referrals in West Sussex. As the first point of contact with children and families, the IFD can influence their entire journeys. As a fast-moving service everyone can make a difference and we build strong relationships with a wide range of partner agencies including police, health and housing professionals who are co-located and working together to ensure the best outcomes for children, young people and families.
For further information about us and about working in Children's Social Care at West Sussex County Council, please visit <a href="http://www.westsussex.gov.uk/CSCR" target="_blank">Careers in children's social work in West Sussex</a>.
Further Information
The reference number for this role is CAFHE06064
To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and application form. In your application form please outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills) ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.
Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.
We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/" target="_blank">application help</a> page.

MASH & IFD Support Officer

<ul></ul>





About UsBreakwater offers short to medium term residential care for children aged 12-17 on admission. You will be working with children who present a range of social, emotional, and mental health difficulties due to family breakdown and early childhood trauma. Children who are referred to Breakwater are often victims of exploitation, involved in crime, and may have experienced a breakdown in education provision. They may be at risk of becoming homeless and have limited support around them. Alongside the main part of the home, Breakwater also offers two smaller self-contained flats to support children who are looking to move into semi-independent living. We recognise that the transition to adulthood can be challenging, and that we need to promote emotional and social development alongside practical skills to achieve readiness for the future. The two flats are fully equipped for children to meet all their independence needs, with the additional support of staff being on hand when needed. While living in these flats, the children complete a six-month programme, which prepares them for independent living. The Breakwater team are trained in a range of interventions to promote independence and support children during this transitional period.About the RoleSalary: £28,598 - £30,023 per annum including weekend working allowance with excellent local government pension, annual leave entitlement and further benefits Working Pattern: Full time (37 hours full time) + rota for evening and weekend work Contract: Permanent Location: ShorehamChildren's Residential Recruitment and Retention Payment scheme - £1500 during your first 18 monthsTo support recruitment into this vital area West Sussex County Council offer £1,500 during the employee's first 18 months where they are recruited to a new permanent role which is identified as hard to recruit and remain in the County Council's employment during this time.The scheme consists of two payments: £500 after successful completion of 6 months employment (including successful completion of probation where relevant) and £1,000 after 18 monthsTo succeed at this role, you will help to provide a nurturing, positive and safe environment for our children and young people, ensuring that we meet our statutory obligations to the highest standards possible. With direct responsibility for designated children or young people, you will ensure that each person is given the appropriate care and support to achieve their full potential.For more information, please visit our dedicated Residential website, <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/featured-jobs/childrens-residential-care-careers/" target="_blank">Children's residential care careers</a>.Shifts and rotas - for day work, you will be required to work on a shift rota between 07:00 - 22:00, which will include every other weekend and sleep in duties when needed. This will be discussed and agreed with the successful candidate.Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply at your earliest convenienceExperience and SkillsSome of the key skills and experience required for the role are:<ul>
<li>Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent. If you do not have this, the service will support you to complete this qualification; you must achieve this within two years of appointment as it is a statutory requirement of this post.</li>
<li>Sound communication and interpersonal skills to a range of children and families.</li>
<li>Ability to promote and encourage a multi-agency approach to support the child.</li>
<li>Ability to use initiative to resolve problems within given parameters.</li>
<li>Ability to work under pressure and prioritise work.</li>
<li>Ability to work as part of a team around a child.</li>
<li>Good standard of literacy e.g. ability to write reports around individuals and significant incidents, with a Grade C or above (4-9) in GCSE or equivalent qualification in English. If you do not hold this, you will need to apply for English Functional Skills before being considered for this role. You can find out more about gaining an English Functional Skills on the Government website <a href="https://www.gov.uk/improve-english-maths-it-skills" target="_blank">Improve your English, Maths and IT Skills</a>.</li>
</ul>Please be advised you are required to bring certificates for English and any Childcare qualifications you hold.For the full list of experience, qualification and key skills required please review the attached job description below.Rewards and BenefitsAs an employer we recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where employees can achieve their full potential, achieve a healthy work-life balance, and are rewarded for the work they do.In addition to working within a great team and a competitive salary you will have access to:For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Rewards and Benefits</a> page.Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE05448 . For an informal conversation or further information regarding the role, please contact one of the following people;Eerik Sjostedt (Registered Manager) <a href="mailto:" target="_blank"></a>Charlotte Blandford (Resourcing Specialist) <a href="mailto:" target="_blank"></a>To apply, upload your CV and cover letter, explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role, ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and an occupational health check. A fully employment history will be requested and covered for this role.Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/" target="_blank">application help</a> page."Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!

Residential Childcare Worker - Breakwater

<ul></ul>





About Us Orchard House is an 'Outstanding' OFSTED rated children's residential home providing a range of services that make a difference to the lives of children who have severe and complex learning disabilities, and their families.Nestled in a picturesque area, our newly modernised home features an expansive garden filled with diverse resources and activities from tailored lounges, quiet spaces to a dedicated train hut! Our dedicated team are able to create enriching experiences that help children grow, feel safe, and most importantly have fun while reaching their full potential. For example, every summer is packed with themed weeks, exciting field trips, and shared BBQs with other homes.Our support is tailored to meet individual needs and ranges from clubs and day care to short breaks and full-time care.We are a large, cohesive team who can discuss ideas and challenge issues to inform decision making and we believe in looking after each other so that we are able to offer our best to the children.As our Residential Childcare Worker says "Watching our young people thrive and grow, while challenging at times, makes your time here very rewarding."What do other people say about us:"a fantastic home, where everyone went way beyond what we were expecting and always with a smile. Orchard House and its staff will stay in our hearts forever.""a thoughtful, enthusiastic and reflective team who were really energising to work with."For more information, please visit our dedicated Residential website, <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/featured-jobs/childrens-residential-care-careers/" target="_blank">Children's residential care careers</a>.About the RoleSalary: £28,598 - £30,023 per annum including weekend working allowance with excellent local government pension scheme, annual leave entitlement and further benefits. Working Pattern: Part time and full time (37 hours full time) + rota for evening and weekend work Contract: Permanent Location: Cuckfield, Haywards HeathChildren's Residential Recruitment and Retention Payment scheme - £1500 during your first 18 monthsTo support recruitment into this vital area West Sussex County Council offer £1,500 during the employee's first 18 months where they are recruited to a new permanent role which is identified as hard to recruit and remain in the County Council's employment during this time.The scheme consists of two payments: £500 after successful completion of 6 months employment (including successful completion of probation where relevant) and £1,000 after 18 monthsTo succeed at this role, you will help to provide a nurturing, positive and safe environment for our children and young people, ensuring that we meet our statutory obligations to the highest standards possible. With direct responsibility for designated children or young people, you will ensure that each person is given the appropriate care and support to achieve their full potential.For more information, please visit our dedicated Residential <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/campaigns/careers-in-childrens-residential-care/#1" target="_blank">website, Careers in Children's Residential Care.</a>Shifts and rotas - for day work, you will be required to work on a shift rota between 07:00 - 22:00, which will include every other weekend and sleep in duties when needed. This will be discussed and agreed with the successful candidate.Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply at your earliest convenienceExperience and SkillsSome of the key skills and experience required for the role are:<ul>
<li>Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent. If you do not have this, the service will support you to complete this qualification; you must achieve this within two years of appointment as it is a statutory requirement of this post.</li>
<li>Sound communication and interpersonal skills to a range of children and families.</li>
<li>Ability to promote and encourage a multi-agency approach to support the child.</li>
<li>Ability to use initiative to resolve problems within given parameters.</li>
<li>Ability to work under pressure and prioritise work.</li>
<li>Ability to work as part of a team around a child.</li>
<li>Good standard of literacy e.g. ability to write reports around individuals and significant incidents, with a Grade C or above (4-9) in GCSE or equivalent qualification in English. If you do not hold this, you will need to apply for English Functional Skills before being considered for this role. You can find out more about gaining an English Functional Skills on the Government website <a href="https://www.gov.uk/improve-english-maths-it-skills" target="_blank">Improve your English, Maths and IT Skills</a>.</li>
</ul>Please be advised you are required to bring certificates for English and any Childcare qualifications you hold.For the full list of experience, qualification and key skills required please review the attached job description below.Rewards and BenefitsAs an employer we recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where employees can achieve their full potential, achieve a healthy work-life balance, and are rewarded for the work they do.In addition to working within a great team and a competitive salary you will have access to:For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Rewards and Benefits</a> page.Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE05432.For an informal conversation or further information regarding the role, please contact one of the following people;Sue Wadey (Registered Manager) Charlotte Blandford (Resourcing Advisor) To apply, upload your CV and cover letter, explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role, ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and an occupational health check. A full employment history will also be requested and covered for this role.Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/" target="_blank">application help</a> page.Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!

7 Social Care Jobs in West Sussex