February 19 2024
FEVACA Children’s Homes: Triple Threat of “Good” Ofsted Ratings!
Ofsted has now published all the reports regarding the inspections we had in December/January in all three Children’s Homes, and we’re thrilled to announce that we achieved “Good” ratings across ALL THREE of our children’s homes, with areas of “Outstanding”! This incredible achievement wouldn’t be possible without the dedication of our incredible staff, who go […]
June 9 2023
Supported Accommodation Application Accepted by Ofsted
We are thrilled to announce that our Supported Accommodation application has been accepted by Ofsted. FEVACA is one of the first providers to reach this stage of the registration process and this wouldn’t have been possible without the unwavering dedication of our passionate team members, who work tirelessly to ensure the well-being and progress of […]
May 18 2023
Mental Health Awareness Week – Wear it Green Day
This week is Mental Health Awareness Week 2023, and this year’s theme is anxiety. Anxiety is a human emotion and plays a crucial role in our fight or flight responses. However, in certain circumstances, anxiety can escalate and become a mental health issue. Various factors, such as exams, a new job, life changes, or financial […]
May 5 2023
Supported Accommodation Providers Forum
During the 2023 FEVACA Conference on Supported Accommodation (see website here), it was raised by Local Authorities that several outstanding small providers are considering not registering as a Supported Accommodation provider, due to aspects such as the potential complexity of the registration process, articulation with Ofsted, doubts and concerns around the structure needed. As a […]
April 20 2023
FEVACA Conference on Supported Accommodation
Thank you all for your presence at the 2023 FEVACA Conference on Supported Accommodation yesterday. It was a day to share knowledge and ideas around the new Regulations for Supported Accommodation and how we can all work together to develop this sector and caringly support all our young people. All your presences were fundamental to […]
April 4 2023
The FEVACA way
With the start of April, we reach the end of the 2022/2023 inspection cycle of residential children’s homes, and we couldn’t be more proud of our team. All our homes are rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. We work together to provide real homes that feel like homes and to develop real relationships. People that […]
March 25 2023
The National SaILS Conference
On the 16th of March 2023, FEVACA attend the first National SaILS Conference, a conference for the supported accommodation sector. This event was launched with the purpose of bringing together key stakeholders across the country that work to support young people. As the new Ofsted regulations and standards are published and registrations for providers start […]
February 28 2023
FEVACA on BBC’s Newsnight
3 years ago, today, we were on a debate about “unregulated children’s homes”. This debate was promoted by BBC’s Newsnight following an investigation into unregulated children’s homes and the government announcement of a review of the sector. Katie Razzall was joined in studio by Councillor Richard Watts of the Local Government Association, Children’s Commissioner for […]
February 21 2023
FEVACA at The National SaILS Conference
While looking forward for the Supported Accommodation regulatory framework, FEVACA will be at the National SaILS Conference, on the 16th of March. It is an important moment for the sector, becoming even more important that all the partners are able to sit together and articulate in order to promote the best outcomes possible for the […]
February 8 2023
Clipping: DfE care review response: key points
“From regulating agency social work and overhauling early help to investing in kinship care and regionalising the commissioning of care placements, here are the key takeaways from the DfE’s children’s social care strategy On 2 February 2023, the Department for Education issued its response to the Independent Review of Children’s Social Care, the Child Safeguarding […]
January 22 2023
An outstanding end of 2022
The end of 2022 was an exciting moment in FEVACA, We have implemented a new structure (including training) to prepare us for the future regulations for Supported Accommodation provisions (that will be in place in our Supported Housing) and we also had two extremely positive OFSTED inspections in our Residential Children’s Homes. The first one […]
Residential Support Worker - Children's Homes (Various locations)
39 hours + 3 sleep-ins per week
Ipswich/Ely/ High Wycombe
Residential Support Worker - Children's Homes (Various locations)
Residential Support Worker
£12.02 – £12.52 per hour + £35 per sleep in
39 hours + 3 sleep-ins per week
Job Description
We seek caring, compassionate and enthusiastic Support Workers to join our team. We aim to provide specialized quality care for children and young people, aged 13 – 18yrs, The primary role of our support workers is to make a difference to the lives of the young people residing in our homes. You will work on goals to assist them to live a happy and fulfilled life and one that teaches independence, promoting education and ensuring their health and well-being. We believe in engaging Young People in all aspects and decision in their lives, by working together we enable them to be in control of their future.
You’ll work with a tight-knit team of colleagues to build a relationship and trust bond with the young person living at the home. You’ll be supporting them in overcoming their previous trauma and learning to trust in adults again, along with the help and guidance of your colleagues.
Shift patterns are flexible and do vary based on the need of the home, our usual shifts can include 8am- 5pm or 8am-11pm. We do require staff to be available and cover sleep in shifts, this is for a maximum of three per week, unless you wish to pick up extra sleeps.
What Fevaca can offer you
A little bit about you
Essential
Desirable
If you are interested in the role or would like an informal discussion, please contact our recruitment team on 01284 764411 or recruitment@fevaca.co.uk.
Support Worker - Supported Accommodation (Various Locations)
39 hours + 3 sleep-ins per week
Colchester/Ipswich/Ely/Cambridge/Burwell/Bedford/Aylesbury
Support Worker - Supported Accommodation (Various Locations)
Support Worker – Supported Accommodation
£12.02 – £12.52 per hour +£35 per sleep in
39 hours + 3 Sleep-ins per week
Job Description:
We seek caring, compassionate and enthusiastic Support Workers to join our team.
We aim to provide specialized quality care for young people, aged 16– 18yrs, The primary role of our support workers is to make a difference to the lives of the young people residing in our homes. You will work on goals to assist them to live a happy and fulfilled life and one that teaches independence, promoting education and ensuring their health and well-being. We believe in engaging Young People in all aspects and decision in their lives, by working together we enable them to be in control of their future.
You’ll work with a tight-knit team of colleagues to build a relationship and trust bond with the young person living at the home. You’ll be supporting them in learning key skills to live as independent person and supporting them as they progress into young adults.
Shift patterns are flexible and do vary based on the need of the home, our usual shifts can include 9am-10pm. We do require staff to be available and to cover sleep in shifts, this is for a maximum of three per week unless you wish to pick up extra sleeps.
What Fevaca can offer you
A little bit about you
Essential
Desirable
If you are interested in the role or would like an informal discussion, please contact our recruitment team on 01284 764411 or recruitment@fevaca.co.uk.
All info also at: http:/www.fevaca.co.uk/superheroes/
Social Worker (Various Locations)
39 Hours + 3 Sleep-ins per week
Cambridgeshire/Suffolk/Essex/Bedfordshire/Buckinghamshire
Social Worker (Various Locations)
Social Worker
£13 – £18 per hour + £35 per sleep-in
39 hours +3 Sleep-ins per week
Job Description:
We are currently recruiting for a Social Worker to join our children’s home and supported accommodation projects based in Ipswich and Colchester. This role will include lone and group working with young people aged 13 – 18. The Social Worker will be working alongside the manager of the project, supervising the team of support workers whilst also acting as the key worker for the young people in your care. Each member of the team is encouraged to be creative within their role and group reflective exercises within the management team allow for continued personal development. FEVACA can offer a fantastic and intensive learning programme which will develop individual skills in sessions including Safeguarding, Attachment Theory, Reflective Practice, Motivational Interviewing and much more. Our qualified, multidisciplinary team of Social Workers, Teachers and Health Practitioners ensures every member of the team is supported with regular supervision and team meetings. In addition, we provide a comprehensive pension and financial advice service and the opportunity to develop and progress.
Duties include:
Essential:
Desirable:
Benefits:
If you are interested in the role or would like an informal discussion, please contact our recruitment team on 01284 764411 or recruitment@fevaca.co.uk.
