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Headway Care is currently recruiting part time Support Workers to work in our 16+ Semi Independent Provision based in Redbridge. We are looking for people who are enthusiastic about supporting young people and helping them develop their independent skills. Our team provides support to young people with a range of different needs, from food shopping and cooking meals to accompanying them at college open days and job interviews. Some young people have complex needs and would require more support. At Headway Care we look to recruit staff that have a passion for helping people and who see working with children in social care as a career path. We do not require that you have experience working in a Semi-Independent provision previously, but we embrace people who can bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to the role of a Support Worker. For people who don’t have experience as a Support Worker we require the following skills: ∙ Experience in customer service/ Support environment ∙ Willingness to learn the role and understanding the needs of the young people ∙ Patience and a willingness to help the young people develop independent skills
Purpose of the Job: To provide safe, high-quality education and care for nursery children, with a focus on play-based learning both indoors and outdoors, and to offer one-to-one support for children with additional needs. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Implement the nursery's responsibilities according to the SEND Code of Practice, ensuring daily practices align with these guidelines. Early identification and support of children with SEND, following the graduated approach and implementing strategies to improve outcomes. Ensure all practitioners understand their responsibilities to children with SEN and the setting's approach to identifying and meeting SEN. Advise and support colleagues, ensuring parents are closely involved and their insights inform actions taken. Liaise with external professionals or agencies, incorporating their advice into setting planning. Arrange and facilitate parent discussion sessions where a child requires additional support to reach developmental milestones. Complete necessary paperwork in a timely manner, organize and/or attend professional/parental meetings, including SEND Support planning meetings and transition meetings. Pursue continuous professional development through training and encourage staff to attend appropriate sessions. Stay updated on changes to legislation regarding SEND. Safeguard and promote the welfare of children by following principles of safeguarding. Provide high-quality care and education in consultation with parents/carers, SENCO, and other agencies, ensuring each child's cognitive, social, and emotional needs are met. Maintain a safe nursery environment with high hygiene standards and implement safety procedures. Promote positive behaviour and support children's personal, social, and emotional development. Foster children's growth, self-esteem, and independence. Plan and deliver focused learning opportunities for individual children, working with key workers to discuss individual needs. Participate in outings and trips, supporting the nursery team in providing access to all areas of the curriculum. Maintain confidential files, reports, and developmental records for assessment purposes. Maintain communication with parents/carers to ensure their involvement in the nursery and encourage active participation in their child's learning. Support parents in accessing available services. Participate in supervision, appraisal, training, and relevant meetings. To ensure that all EYFS welfare requirements are met.
Location: Friern Barnet Road, LB of Barnet. Salary: - £15.50 per hour plus paid Induction (Hourly rate paid between 08:00 – 10:00pm.) - Night Shift Flat Rate £120.00 (Night shift flat rate paid between 10:00pm – 08:00am) Hours are negotiable - Monday to Sunday on a shift rota basis. Shift Patterns: 8am – 8.30pm, 8am – 4.30pm, 4pm – 8.30pm, 8pm overnight to 9am. Employment Type: Fulltime, part-time, bank basis. Overview We are looking for Residential Child and Family Assessment Support Workers for Ty Connections III Residential Family Assessment Centre – located in the LB of Barnet. We are looking for talented professionals who can provide a positive living experience for the family’s resident, where compassion and innovation meets quality and expertise, dedicated to safely uplifting our most vulnerable families navigating complex journeys into parenthood. About us Ty Connections III - provides a holistic, nurturing environment where parents are supported every step of the way, with specialized services designed to meet each parent’s individual needs. From personalized counselling sessions to skill-building workshops to maximise their capacity to manage risks, we are committed to fostering a sense of confidence and capability in every parent using our services. And for the little ones? Innovative engaging activities and educational programs await, ensuring a vibrant and enriching learning experience for children of all ages. About the role You will work as part of a ‘team around the family’ where every family is supported, empowered, and guided towards a brighter future. We do this together, ensuring that every family receives the resources, care and understanding they require and deserve, whilst evidencing their capacity to change and safely parent their child. In addition, you will work in partnership with wider family groups and carers of children, Social Workers, and other outside agencies, as required. About you You will be: Committed to working with Families and their Children within a residential setting, redefining what it means to thrive in the face of challenges. Have appropriate knowledge and experience of working with Families and children and committed to training and continued professional development. Be creative and able to use your own initiative whilst working in a complex and challenging environment. Enthusiastic and highly adaptable to changing circumstances. In addition, you should possess good written, IT and communication skills. Ideally, although not essential, you should have a relevant qualification (NNEB/QCF /NVQ 3 in Care ) and experience of working in a social service-related setting (including voluntary work.) Other information You will be required to apply for a DBS at an enhanced level. Our values We have a set of values, which our employees have chosen, that represent what we are – Proud, Ambitious, Collaborative and Trustworthy. By joining Ty Connections III, you can expect: - A fair and inclusive culture. - The chance to really make a difference to those around you. - Health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme. - Ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career with us. - Ty Connections is committed to equal opportunities policies and action to ensure that the best candidates for any post are appointed irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, age, marital or civil partnership status, disability, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, religion or creed.