Care Officer

Job Description

Seven Social Care is looking for a Care Officer atLondon Borough of Merton CouncilMAIN PURPOSE To meet the care and recreation needs of the children with disabilities who are provided with short breaks. To ensure a safe and stimulating environment is maintained for the children. Being part of a team whose standards and work practice exceed the expectationsset out in the legislationTo work as link worker, for an agreed number of children who are in receipt of short breaks liaising with the family to support the safe care of the young person, ensuring that each child/YP has access to a broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated shortbreaksprogrammeTo partake in any training which is specific to the role this will include administering medication, clinical procedures and undertaking and reaching agreed standards in training for using approved physical intervention techniques for supporting careand control.M AIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Managing service delivery Work as a member of the child care team to establish a secure, safe and stimulating environment for the children and young people. To encourage learning through play and recreation, by providing a stimulating and enabling environment which enables allto develop to their full potential.To carry out high quality written and photographic observations, planning and assessments, identifying next steps for childrens and young peoples development. Ensure folders are kept up to date and regular reports are written to ensure effective communicationwith colleagues and parentsTo actively promote and implement the shortbreaks services vision, with a clear focus on childrens/young people achievement and participation in purposeful and fun activities/programmes .Working with Seven Social Care: Established in 2011, Seven Social Care is a leading provider of social care professionals to county councils, charities, hospitals, care homes and private organisations across the UK.Seven is the recruitment service that guarantees experienced, qualified and available staff exactly when you need them. Our expert talent acquisition team seamlessly connect professionals to all areas of social care; including Children and Adults, MentalHealth, Substance Misuse, Community, Support Work and everything in between.After being shortlisted for multiple awards in 2018, we are proud of our nationwide reputation for providing a world-class recruitment service that is underpinned by honesty, integrity and attention to detail.Refer a friend, family member or colleague for £250 If youre not the perfect match for this role, but you know a Social Worker who is, help them find their dream job by referring them to Seven Social Care. As a little thank you from us, you will receive £250 for every referral that is successfully placedinto a new role.For more exclusive Social Worker jobs, please visit our website by searching Seven Social Care on Google, or call .