Waking Night Support Worker

Oakley House are pleased to be recruiting a waking night support worker for our residential children's home in Maidstone which provides care & support for 4 young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties.

Applicants will be experienced in working with children with emotional, behavioural and social difficulties, mental health problems and /or complex needs between the ages of 8 and 18.

Candidates applying for this role would ideally have previous experience within the field and NVQ Level 3 Children and Young People, however training will be offered for the right candidates

You will be required to work in partnership with the local/placing authorities, parents or carers and other agencies.

Job purpose:

• To provide day to day care of children and young people within an environment of pro-social learning that promotes positive attachments and relationships and supporting young people throughout the night if required.



• To support young people in maximising their potential in a safe and caring environment



• To achieve the highest standard of service delivery as measured by Ofsted against the Children's Homes National Minimum Standards
  
  At least 1 year recent experience in a relevant field


· Knowledge of Child in Need, Child Protection and LAC plans.

• Creative approach to empowering clients to achieve positive outcomes


· Commitment to safeguarding and protecting the clients

• Commitment to the care and well-being of clients


· Dedication to continued professional and personal development.