Care

Acts as a ‘therapeutic parent’ and role model to the children in the home by building positive, trusting relationships and supporting them to feel safe and cared for. Requires a great capacity for patience, empathy, understanding and the ability to stay kind, consistent and respectful even when faced with extremely challenging behaviour. Includes the use of positive behaviour management strategies and physical restraint when required. Day-to-day activities can include cooking, cleaning, engaging in messy play, leisure activities and helping with the personal hygiene of a child.

Ensures the needs of a child are met during night-time hours including observations, completing clear and accurate records, building checks, managing the risk of self-harm and absconding from within the home.

Provides support to care staff, ensuring high quality care is delivered in support of a child's physical and emotional needs and that correct procedures are followed by residential staff in their work.