Stephen Baker

Responsible for sorting and delivering mail within specified timescales and across various locations in Droitwich.

• Oversaw day to day running of the home as lead on shift, managing medication administration, financial reporting, and behaviour support plans.
• Contributed to care plans, LAC reviews, placement plans and daily/monthly summaries.
• Undertook staff supervision and monitored key worker reports to align support with young people's needs.
• Ensured health and safety compliance, vehicle maintenance and fire safety protocols were met.
• Supported young people with family contact, education and activities.
• Created an inclusive and warm environment, so the children felt at home and safe.

• As a personal assistant I provided two-to-one tailored support to help the young person live independently and access school and community activities, acting as crucial support for both the young person and their family.
• Personal care (bathing, dressing, toileting)
• Medication administration
• Physiotherapy
• Transportation of young person to medical appointments, education and various social events.

• Day to day support of young people within the home including promoting positive behaviour and participation in education, creating a homely environment
• Helped build resilience, confidence and support networks for residents through organizing external activities that matched their interests.
• Communicated effectively with families and social workers.
• Encouraged independence amongst residents by assisting them and modelling independent living skills.
• Upheld strict confidentiality protocols safeguarding privacy rights of all those residing within the home.
• Kept accurate records to ensure continuity of care for residents and contributed to placement plans, LAC reviews and monthly summaries.

• Supervising family contacts in the home and in contact centres.
• Contributing to parenting assessments
• Attending court to update on progress
• Liaising with social work teams and helping with reunification of families.

• Support young people within their home, undertaking day to day care and ensuring recording and safeguarding needs are met.
• Attending LAC reviews, writing reports and acting as a key worker for the young people.
• Transporting young people to various activities, appointments and family visits.
• Planning shifts for the staff team and ensuring the shifts run smoothly.
• Ensuring all health and safety checks are complete in the home.
• Completing a variety of paperwork and computer work.
• Acting as appropriate adult and attending and supporting young people with court appearances.
• Working as a classroom assistant supporting the teaching staff in the schools.