- Advertised from 18th March 2022
- Salary depending on qualifications and experience
Role
Acorn Project - Continuing care and learning at Harmeny
Harmeny Education Trust is a sector-leading children’s charity providing therapeutic care and education for children with complex additional support needs. We currently work with children of primary up to early secondary stage, both on a day and all-year-round residential basis.
Harmeny is situated in a beautiful 35-acre woodland estate, which includes residential and education accommodation, community garden, orchard, wildlife habitats, children’s play areas and a mountain bike track. Harmeny is located in Balerno on the outskirts of Edinburgh, at the foot of the Pentland Hills; we are easily accessible by bus and there is ample parking.
Acorn is an ambitious programme aligned to our Strategic Plan, which will support the continuing care and learning services for young people, aged 15-18 years. We are committed to reducing transitions for young people, in line with The Promise and continuing care legislation. Initially, this service will grow with young people already living with us, aged 12-14 years, to allow them to continue their care and education at Harmeny.
We are at an exciting stage in this journey, which we aim to open in Summer 2022. The older age group will be care for within a nurturing and homely five-bedded residential cottage, which is currently being refurbished and extended to meet their needs. There will be a high level of engagement and participation with the young people. We are also designing a bespoke secondary curriculum, centered around employability and enterprise and also supporting attendance at mainstream schools.
We are currently looking to create a new, dynamic care team to support the transition of the young people and support their continued growth and development. We are keen to draw on the skills and knowledge of those who have experience working with the older young people, or are keen to do so. The post-holders will contribute to a culture and ethos in which we make the needs of the young people paramount and provide them with security, safety, care and social development to enable them to reach their potential.
We are seeking a Senior Residential Child Care Worker to join our Care Team on a full-time employed basis. The post-holder will contribute to a culture and ethos in which we make the needs of the children paramount and provide them with security, safety, care and social development to enable them to reach their potential.
The post-holder will provide assistance to the Service Manager (Residential/Referrals) and Residential Team Manager and be an additional source of support and direction for the Care team. In the absence of the Residential Team Manager and Service Manager (Residential/Referrals), the Senior Residential Child Care Worker will assume the leadership role within the Care team.
The post-holder will work 39 hours per week as part of a 5 from 7-day contract, according to a rota system. Evening and weekend work is required.
Applicants must be registered with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) in line with the SSSC requirements for residential child care workers (RCCWs). A driving licence allowing the use of our vehicles is essential.
Harmeny is a values-led organisation and a good fit with our ethos is as important to us as having relevant experience.
A fuller job description and person specification can be found using the link below.
An excellent benefits package is offered including the following:
- A salary of £32,343 per annum
- 35 days’ holiday per year
- Pension scheme
- Policies and practices that promote a healthy work-life balance and wellbeing, including massage therapy, access to fitness equipment and a wellbeing space
We are highly committed to the professional development of all our staff and the post-holders will have access to comprehensive training and development opportunities as well as other employee benefits.
Application notes
If you would like to find out more about this opportunity, please contact Stacey Lawrence on 0131 449 3938.
To apply, please complete the application form via our recruitment section at harmeny.org.uk/jobs.
Please note that CVs will not be accepted.
Alternatively, you can request an application pack by email at recruitment@harmeny.org.uk or by telephone on 0131 449 3938.
Closing Date: 14 April 2022
Open afternoons / evenings: 30 March and 11 April 2022 (by appointment)
Interviews: w/c 18 April 2022
While we appreciate the time and effort that you have put into applying for a post with us, we regret that due to the high volume of applications that we receive we will be unable to respond to unsuccessful applications. If you are selected for an interview, we will contact you within ten days of the closing date.
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- Ensuring consistent use of policies, procedures and processes.
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Our Service works with young people and their families to enhance relationships, build on existing strengths and interests, help build confidence and encourage new community connections. Our aim is to help all families feel safe, confident, capable, and included. Our approach has been developed through consultation with families and partners.
What we are looking for....
We are looking for a Lead Practitioner who is passionate about supporting young people, families and communities, who is flexible and shares our vision that collaborative working and relationship based early intervention is the best option for young people and families who are feeling overwhelmed or excluded.
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What we offer...
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- Closing 23rd April 2024
Vulnerable children in the UK need your help
Wherever you work in the Action for Children family, you'll be helping to change the lives of the most vulnerable children in the UK.
Last year, we helped more than 670,000 children and families across the UK. From direct work in communities to national campaigning, we are focused on making sure every child has a safe and happy childhood, and the foundations they need to thrive.
Why Action for Children?
Working here is more than a job. Everyone in the Action for Children family is passionate about protecting and supporting children. It's the sense of purpose that drives us every single day. Because we know that, when we work together, we can make a huge difference to bring lasting improvements to vulnerable children's lives.
A bit about the role
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In return we'll offer you amazing opportunities to progress within our organisation.
We offer an in-depth induction process and training.
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Regular supervision with your line manager, team meetings etc. will ensure you feel part of our team.
Once you've gained the relevant experience and qualifications you'll be ready to progress to the next step in your career with us.
About the service
Our Silverton Short Breaks Service offers support to children and young people from the ages 5yrs – 18yrs who have disabilities. We work to reduce the impact of the disability on the child's day to day life by providing support for them to participate, make choices, enjoy new experiences, make friendships and be part of their local community. At the same time parents and carers can have a much-needed break knowing their child is in a safe, fun and enriching environment.
How you'll help to create brighter futures
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Let's talk about you
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