Position Overview
To provide high-quality, person-centred care and keyworking support to children and young people living in residential care settings. The role focuses on promoting emotional stability, safeguarding, development, and independence through therapeutic and trauma-informed practice, in line with care plans and organisational policies.
Key Responsibilities:
Direct Care & Support:
- Establish consistent, nurturing, and supportive relationships with children and young people.
- Act as the named Keyworker for assigned young people, supporting their care journey and advocating on their behalf.
- Assist with personal care where required and support children in maintaining hygiene, health, and daily routines.
- Support children with emotional regulation, behaviour management, and de-escalation using approved strategies (e.g., PRICE, Team Teach).
Keyworking Duties: