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- Tasks: Support vulnerable young people in their journey to independent living through care and education.
- Company: Rossie, a caring organisation dedicated to helping children and young people thrive.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive environment, and opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives while developing your own skills.
- Qualifications: HNC required; experience in care or support roles is a plus.
- Other info: Join a passionate team committed to positive change and professional development.
Rossie is a multidisciplinary organisation which aims to help vulnerable children and young people prepare for independent living. We provide accommodation, bespoke care and individualised education, ensuring all areas of our young people’s health are being met. We have been caring for boys, aged 10-18, since 1857 and boys and girls, aged 10-18 since 1984. We are committed to helping our young people in care build strategies to cope with their past, while they prepare for their future. We deliver all our services in a safe and nurturing environment where our young people can grow, develop and thrive, at their own pace.
Hours: 37 hours per week. Salary: £40,290 - £43,514 (SCP 35 - 38)
Onboarding Requirements:
- Welcome to Rossie – you will undertake supernumerary shifts, incorporating time with an L motivation and mentoring to ensure the staff team achieve good outcomes and goals for the young people.
- Contribute fully to a collaborative team approach to the assessment activities, risk management, pathways and placement planning outcomes of young people in our care.
- Assist practitioners to effectively carry out and fully understand the role of key worker and associated duties.
- Monitor and track the progress of outcomes within placement planning ensuring essential key working is completed through the Team Around the Child framework.
- Assist in the development of Psychological formulations and Positive Behaviour supports, monitoring the strategies being delivered in practice.
- Attend/lead all review meetings and Team Around the Child meetings for young people in the House.
- Promote young peoples’ participation, to ensure young people are actively involved in decisions affecting them, in the day-to-day activities of the House, school and in service improvements.
- Effectively use person-centred approaches to support young people’s emotional wellbeing, build their strengths and social skills in preparation for adulthood.
- Lead, supervise and support individual staff members and the team to achieve agreed work plans and shift objectives.
- Provide a supervisory and mentoring role to practitioners and ensure that the care team have the skills, knowledge and ability to care for our young people effectively.
- Promote safe practices, and child protection in collaboration with the service management team.
- Challenge practice, show professional courage, drive, and support change.
- Actively promote, support and participate in learning and development initiatives relevant to the organisation and the development of systems and processes.
- Ensure appropriate opportunities are given to enable individuals to maximise performance.
- Promote and contribute to Rossie’s Restraint Reduction programme.
- Assume delegated financial responsibility and accountability.
- Ensure that the fabric, furnishings, security and standards within House are well maintained.
- Comply with the Codes of Conduct as required by the Scottish Social Service Council and ensure young person, staff and organisational confidentiality is maintained at all times.
- Undertake other reasonable activities as requested by the Service Development Manager / Deputy Service Manager.
Please note this job description is to provide a clear and concise statement of the main tasks and activities of the post, and it is not intended as an exhaustive list of every aspect of the post holder's duties. All the above duties will be carried out in line with Rossie policies and procedures.
PERSON SPECIFICATION: Qualifications (Essential): HNC
Senior Practitioner employer: Rossie Young People's Trust
Contact Detail:
Rossie Young People's Trust Recruiting Team
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Some tips for your application 🫡
Show Your Passion: When writing your application, let your passion for helping vulnerable children and young people shine through. We want to see your commitment to making a difference in their lives, so share any relevant experiences or motivations that drive you.
Tailor Your Application: Make sure to tailor your application specifically to the Senior Practitioner role at Rossie. Highlight your skills and experiences that align with our mission and values, and don’t forget to mention how you can contribute to our collaborative team approach.
Be Clear and Concise: Keep your application clear and to the point. Use straightforward language and structure your thoughts logically. We appreciate well-organised applications that make it easy for us to see your qualifications and fit for the role.
Apply Through Our Website: Don’t forget to apply through our website! It’s the best way for us to receive your application and ensures you’re considered for the position. Plus, you’ll find all the details you need about the role and our organisation there.
How to prepare for a job interview at Rossie Young People's Trust
✨Know Your Stuff
Make sure you understand the role of a Senior Practitioner inside out. Familiarise yourself with Rossie's mission and values, especially how they relate to supporting vulnerable children and young people. This will help you demonstrate your passion for the role and show that you're aligned with their goals.
✨Showcase Your Experience
Prepare specific examples from your past work that highlight your skills in mentoring, risk management, and person-centred approaches. Think about times when you've successfully supported young people or led a team, and be ready to discuss these experiences in detail.
✨Ask Thoughtful Questions
Interviews are a two-way street! Prepare some insightful questions about Rossie's approach to care, their Restraint Reduction programme, or how they measure success in their services. This shows your genuine interest and helps you assess if the organisation is the right fit for you.
✨Be Yourself
While it's important to be professional, don't forget to let your personality shine through. Rossie is looking for someone who can connect with young people, so being authentic and relatable can make a big difference. Share your motivations and what drives you to work in this field.
