At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide care and support to children in a nurturing environment.
- Company: North Lanarkshire Council, committed to supporting young people.
- Benefits: 27 days annual leave, flexible working, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Guaranteed interviews for care-experienced applicants and a commitment to diversity.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives and help them reach their potential.
- Qualifications: SVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent required.
The predicted salary is between 31584 - 34307 £ per year.
Based within one of our five Children’s Houses in North Lanarkshire, you will be part of the staff team responsible for providing care to our children and young people who are currently living in our children’s houses, consistent with National Standards, Council and Service policies. You will contribute to the care and nurture of children and young people through the provision of a safe, stable, and nurturing environment; developing trusting relationships and providing emotional support. These caring tasks will support children and young people to develop confidence and resilience.
You will collaborate with social workers, teachers, health professionals, and families and support transitions. You will help encourage our children and young people to develop to their full potential. In partnership with key colleagues/partners, you will also contribute to assessment and care planning, participating in reviews and other meetings as required. You will prepare written reports and care plans and contribute to the implementation of care plans.
You must have an SVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or HNC in Social Care or one of the qualifications included on the list for registration as a residential child care worker with SSSC. You should also have moderate experience of working in social care, either in a personal or voluntary capacity. You will be flexible, self-motivated, and enthusiastic with an ability to work to tight deadlines and a commitment to inspire children and young people to achieve the best outcomes.
You will be required to work towards SVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or HNC in Social Care, within timescales set by SSSC, should you not already have these qualifications. You should also have the ability to undertake a Physical Capacity test in line with Promoting Positive Behaviour Guidance. You will require to become a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme member prior to commencing in this role and you will also be registered or eligible for registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).
North Lanarkshire Council is committed to supporting Care-Experienced People. The Plan for North Lanarkshire is to be the place to live, learn, work, invest, and visit. The Council recognises that work is an important part of adult life and is critical to our wellbeing and shaping how we live.
We offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who consider themselves to be disabled, as long as they meet the essential criteria of the person specification/job description. We have also adopted the Armed Forces Community Covenant to show our support for service personnel, veterans, and their families.
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