Young Carers Project Worker

1 week ago

StokeonTrent, Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom North Staffs Carers Association Full time
Work closely with the Young Carers Assessment Team to develop a seamless support service for Young Carers within Stoke-on-Trent

Respond to and follow up Young Carer Referrals, completion of Young Carers Support Plans and regular reviews. Meetings may take place within the home or other suitable settings.

Provide practical age related information and advice to Young Carers.

Have a flexible approach in assessing the emotional and social needs of the Young Carer including what interventions can be put in place

Signpost Young Carers to group support offered by our partner organisations.


Work closely with our partner organisations to develop a series of Safe Social Opportunities for Young Carers allowing children to be children, have fun, form friendships and gain peer to peer support.

Maintain telephone contact with Young Carers registered with North Staffs Carers.

Encourage and develop Young Carers improve their confidence.

Develop and facilitate training sessions to raise Carer Awareness for educational professionals and Young Carers

Develop and facilitate workshops to improve resilience, develop coping strategies, self-esteem, confidence and personal aspirations.

Utilising volunteers to support the Project in areas such as Administration and group support.

Refer Young Carers, to other agencies who can provide them with further services/information where appropriate.


To ensure, as far as possible, the safety and wellbeing of Young Carers when they are in the care of NSCA.

Ensure that Young Carers are fully included in the development and monitoring of the service.


Be an ambassador for NSC and the All Age Carers Service and market the service; including the distribution of marketing materials and engagement at local meetings and events.

Build and develop strong working relationships with partner organisations, community services and practitioners.

Maintaining records of enquiries and contacts with Carers, Service Providers and Community organisations.

Responsibility for monitoring and evaluation of case load.


Completing clear and accurate case notes, ensuring that these are completed and are input onto charity log in accordance with GDPR and in a timely manner.

Ensure performance meets KPI's

Complete quarterly/annual reports including statistics about the service


Work as part of the staff team to enable efficient work practices by working within the policies and practices of North Staffs Carers.


Maintaining standards of customer service in particular regarding the opening of offices, creating a welcoming and responsive environment for Carers.


Keeping up to date with important legislation and related issues by attending the appropriate training and by essential ready e.g.

Care Act.

Improve your knowledge of local support services which may be able to help Carers within their caring role.

Undertake mandatory training or additional training as required for the post.

Keeping up to date with general administration associated with the service.

Attend meetings, present information related to the service.


Participate in quality assurance and evaluation, including report writing, keeping statistics and attending meetings to report and monitor project progress.

Carry out other duties as requested by the Senior Officer, and to support the team effort.

Abide by all the policies and procedures of NSC.

Other duties coincidental to the position and reasonably asked of you in line with climate, contract and Association progression.

Knowledge
Understanding of the issues facing Young Carers

Good Standard of numeracy, literacy and Computer Skills

Knowledge of current legislation affecting Young People and Young Carers

Hold a recognised First Aid Qualification

Knowledge of the Voluntary Sector, Health and Social Services

An awareness of Equal Opportunities within this context, thus ensuring there is no discrimination on any grounds

Skills and Abilities
Have the ability to deal with difficult situations in a professional manner

Able to communicate at all levels and effectively and sensitively with Young People

The capability to liaise professionally with Young Carers, their families, schools, colleges and other agencies

Excellent listening skills

Good organisational skills

Ability to write reports and take notes at meetings

Ability to disseminate and collate information

Experience
A commitment to safeguarding children and young people

Experience of developing services to meet the needs of the user

Experience of working with Young People individually and in group settings

Experience of offering Emotional Support to Children and Young People

Experience of working with Children and Young People under 18.

Experience of working with Young Carers

Experience of working with Volunteers

Personal Attributes and other requirements

Willingness to take part in training

Be prepared to carry out other duties which may be allocated from time to time

A commitment to confidenti

  • Carer/support Worker

    1 week ago

    Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom On Behalf of Client Full time

    Personal Assistants/Carers Wanted For Day Shifts (36 hours per week divided into 12 hour shifts; 8am to 8pm) to support a young man in Tunstall.We are looking for a carer to join a reliable and flexible team of staff to support a young man with a spinal injury and complex care needs, providing care and support between 8am and 8pm including weekends. You will...

  • Young Persons Worker

    1 week ago

    Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom We Are With You Full time

    Do you have a great rapport with young people? Are you passionate about educating and supporting them to navigate their way through the many issues they face today? If so, this job could be exactly what you're looking for....Our Young Persons Worker teams offer vital support, training, and education to young people in their locality. They work with other...

  • Care Worker/ Carer

    1 week ago

    Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom Aspire People Full time

    Job Title: SEN Support WorkerAs a SEND Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in providing personalised care and support to children with SEND. You will work closely with experienced team members to create a nurturing and supportive environment that promotes the physical, emotional, and social development of each child.Provide one-on-one support to...

  • Support Worker

    1 week ago

    Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom CareTech Group Full time

    Position: Support WorkerLocation: Stoke-on-TrentHours: Full-time position with day and night shiftsSalary: £11.44 per hourAbout the Company and Role:Looking for a fulfilling challenge that genuinely impacts people's lives? A career as a Support Worker could be just what you need! Join the supportive team at Oakwood House in Stoke-on-Trent, working with...

  • Advanced/Senior Practitioner Social Worker

    1 week ago

    Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom Sirona Medical Full time £33

    Location Stoke-on- Trent, England Sector Social Care Salary £33.30 per hour Sirona Medical are seeking a Advanced/Senior Practitioner in a Local Authority in Staffordshire. If you are available and interested in working with Sirona Medical as a Advanced/Senior Practitioner , please do not delay in contacting usJob Role: To support the delivery of...

  • Children's Activity Worker

    1 week ago

    Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom Vetro Recruitment Full time

    Do you want to enable children and young people who have been taken into care to have the best possible start in life? Would you like to get paid to go rock climbing, go canoeing, kayaking and raft building Are you enthusiastic, resilient, and driven to enrich and make a difference in the lives of young people? Are you someone that wants to make a difference...

  • Youth Project Worker

    1 week ago

    Southend-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom Southend Carers Full time

    Southend Carers is a small local charity and our mission is to make life easier and fairer for All Carers living in Southend-on-Sea, by providing information, advice & guidance, and supporting their access to essential practical, emotional and financial support services. We are looking for a dynamic, confident and motivated individual, wanting to transform...

  • Residential Support Worker

    1 week ago

    Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom Adecyn Homes Full time

    Adecyn Homes is a therapeutic residential home provider who accommodates young people between the ages of 8-18 years who present a range of challenging behaviours.We are a family orientated organisation, who initially started off as foster carers in 2004 and are still fostering. During over decade of fostering, we have seen faults in the existing care system...

  • HR Advisor

    1 week ago

    Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom Avison Young Full time

    Overview Our Story Our small Canadian-born business was founded in 1978 and has become a global organization that now spans 120 locations across 20 countries. Our expansion has been rapid, but what matters most is the common belief that drives all 5,000 of our people to be a different type of real estate organization. We believe that the places in...

  • Project Worker

    1 week ago

    Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom Disability Solutions Full time

    Disability Solutions West Midlands are seeking a motivated individual with an advice background who is looking for additional training to become our DisAbility Connect Project Worker. The successful candidate will have a knowledge of the health and social care/local community landscape and experience of working in the community advice sector, or social...

  • Local Support Worker for 2nd Year Uni Student in

    1 week ago

    Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom Ask Jules Ltd Full time

    Hourly PA / Carer / Support worker / Driver to support Young Man at home in Stoke-on-TrentWe are recruiting on behalf of our client, a 20-year-old wheelchair user with Muscular Dystrophy.Join his team of PAs to work with him at home throughout the week. The shifts are predominantly during the day, with occasions to finish late night.Start Date: September...

  • Service Desk Advisor

    1 week ago

    Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom Avison Young Full time

    Overview Our Story Our small Canadian-born business was founded in 1978 and has become a global organization that now spans 120 locations across 20 countries. Our expansion has been rapid, but what matters most is the common belief that drives all 5,000 of our people to be a different type of real estate organization. We believe that the places in...

  • Permanent Children's Support Worker

    1 week ago

    Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom Leader Group Full time £29,808 - £31,264

    Senior Residential Support Worker Want to work in a children's home that makes a positive, lasting difference to children's lives? If the answer to all the above is "yes", then a Senior Residential Support Worker role with our clients could be perfect for you. Our clients are passionate about providing the highest quality care and we are looking for people...

  • Learning Support Worker

    1 week ago

    Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom Regent College Full time

    Job Description:Learning Support WorkerUp to 30hrs Available£10.55 per hour (£16,458 per annum for part time)Unlock your potential by joining our team as a Learning Support Worker at Regent College.Regent College, founded in 1999, provides specialist education for young people from years old. As a small, non-residential, independent specialist college...

  • Support Worker

    1 week ago

    Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom ABC Teachers Full time

    SUPPLYSupport Worker LOCATION Stoke on Trent CONTRACT TYPE Fulltime, Parttime CONTRACT TERMS Shortterm/daytoday supply, Longterm SALARY- £70 to £80 per day REF- dke7jd1a APPLY BY 03 MARCH 202 JOB START ASAP JOB END 03 MAR 2023ABC Teachers are recruiting Support Workers to work in our schools based in Stoke on Trent. The role will be providing one to one...

  • Learning Support Worker

    1 week ago

    Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom Regent College Full time

    Job Description:Learning Support Worker£ £ Depending on experience & Qualifications Learning Support Worker required to suit the needs of the role.__Looking for a rewarding job that transforms lives and allows for a healthy work and life balance?__We welcome people from various walks of life, and we provide guidance and support, for the job with us, to...

  • Residential Support Worker

    1 week ago

    Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom Aspris Full time

    At Aspris, we believe that all young people deserve the best chance to grow, develop and receive support that prepares them for a bright future. Our Residential Support Workers are crucial in helping us to achieve our vision.:What the role looks like:As a Residential Support Worker, you will be support you'll provide emotional support to our young people and...

  • Residential Support Worker

    1 week ago

    Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom Aspris Full time

    At Aspris, we believe that all young people deserve the best chance to grow, develop and receive support that prepares them for a bright future. Our Residential Support Workers are crucial in helping us to achieve our vision.:What the role looks like:As a Residential Support Worker, you will be support you'll provide emotional support to our young people and...

  • Learning Support Worker

    1 week ago

    Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom Regent College Full time

    Job Description:Learning Support WorkerUp to 30hrs AvailableTerm time onlyRates £11.57 to £12.89 phUnlock your potential by joining our team as a Learning Support Worker at Regent College.Regent College, founded in 1999, provides specialist education for young people from years old. As a small, non-residential, independent specialist college based in Stoke...

  • Senior Health Care Support Worker

    1 week ago

    Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom Douglas Macmillan Hospice Full time

    Dougie Mac are currently looking to recruit Senior Healthcare Support Workers who share our passion in providing excellent, personalised and compassionate care to patients and their families within our Community Team.At Dougie Mac our vision is to be admired as a centre of excellence for palliative and end of life care. Our many different services provide...