Opal House rated GOOD by OFSTED
OFSTED has restarted their rated inspections recently, and we had a full inspection at Opal, on the 14th and 15th July. Since a long time ago, we working and believing that our practice and service deliver was better than the rating we had, but due to COVID-19 pandemic, ratings were not reviewed. But it finally happened and Opal Hose is now rated as GOOD. Huge congratulations to the whole team. The final report is available here
Following the ‘Hidden Homes’ series in 2019 and the government's press release on 12th February regarding semi independent accommodation and Children's Homes, BBC Newsnight is promoting a live debate on 28th February at 22h30. We are honored to have been invited to appear on this live debate to share our views and discuss the recent government press release on unregulated provision and how the sector should respond.
FEVACA is organising a National Conference to debate the state and future pathways of the 16+ Unregulated Settings. This conference will be held on the 23rd September 2020. To know more about this, please see the conference page on this website
As stated in their website, The Parliamentary Review is an indispensable guide to industry best practice, which demonstrates how sector leaders have responded to challenges in the political and economic environment, so the offer of writing in the Parliamentary Review is testament to the respect and praise that we have garnered from fellows in the field over the last ten years. Following this invitation, we submitted an article for the 2020 edition and we are looking forward for its publication and comments and debate that it will raise
At FEVACA we are always looking to where and how to improve our service. For this reason, a team consisting in social workers, health and educational practitioners will work within our services, assessing practice and creating development plans from the information they have gathered alongside audit outcomes, EHC meetings, complaints information and anything else they can use (including everyone's' feedback.
FEVACA is now developing a monthly Young Person Forum The YP Forum is a meeting amongst the young people in FEVACA and those who have left FEVACA who still contribute to helping out when and where they can. The aim of this meeting is so those involved can talk about plans for activities and outings, ideas for fundraising, how the houses can be improved and plans for the next forums and committee meetings. Most people involved have set roles in the meetings such as a chair, vice chair, events coordinator and treasurer and helps to plan ahead.
Residential Childrens Home Support Worker - Various locations
Bedford / Cambridge / Ipswich / Colchester / Ely/ High Wycombe
Residential Childrens Home Support Worker - Various locations
We are currently recruiting for a Support Worker to join our Supported Housing Services.
The Role:
All applicants must be able to commit to 39 hours and up to 3 sleep-ins per week.
We do consider individuals to be contracted for 26/30hrs hours and up to 2 sleep-ins per week. Our shift pattern is flexible, with the rota being released every 6 weeks and will be given with notice.
Community Services Support Worker
Newmarket/ Cambridge surrounding areas
Community Services Support Worker
All info also at: http:/www.fevaca.co.uk/superheroes/
Supported Accommodation Support Worker - various locations
Colchester/ Ipswich/ Cambridge/Ely/ Aylesbury/ Bedford
Supported Accommodation Support Worker - various locations
We are currently recruiting for Support Workers to join our supported housing projects based in Colchester, Ipswich, Aylesbury, Cambridge. This role will include lone and group working with young people aged 16 – 17. The support team deliver a personalised service to young people, delivering day to day interventions and building a positive relationship. Each member of the team is encouraged to be creative within their role and group reflective exercises within your team allow for continued personal development.
Job Description
To be responsible for managing the project whilst on shift, taking full responsibility for managing the establishment, (the resources and the fabric of the building) and, most importantly, the welfare of the young people.
Clients
Community
Interagency Working
Meeting Standards of Practice
Person Specification
All applicants must be able to commit to 39 hours and 3 sleep ins per week. Overtime opportunities are available however these are to be agreed between the employee and the business. We do consider individuals to be contracted for 26 hours and 2 sleep ins per week.
Our shift pattern is flexible, with the rota being released every 6 weeks and will be given with notice. The usual shift is 9am – 10pm with a sleep in 3 times a week (totalling 39 hours) however this is flexible and different shifts will be rotored to consider for training and specific client requirements.
Essential
Desirable
Job Details
£12.02 per hour
Registered Manager - Childrens Home - Ipswich
40
Ipswich
Registered Manager - Childrens Home - Ipswich
We are seeking a Children’s Home Registered Manager to oversee the day to day operational running of our Residential Children’s Home in Ipswich . This is a full-time position with an annual wage of £35 000
FEVACA is a family run Social Care organisation providing support and accommodation to young people across Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Essex and Buckinghamshire.
The registered manager is responsible for supervising, supporting, and managing the other staff within the children’s home. They report directly to the Responsible Individual, Area Manager, Operational Managers and Directors. The Registered Manager is a professional with significant experience in their field and holds a qualification and registration in health or social sciences or social care management: They must have significant experience. The role requires a positive value base, a good understanding of social work perspectives and an ability to manage staff, environment and clients with complex and challenging behaviours.
The registered manager will supervise the staff within their line management, including completion of appraisals. They will ensure the cohesive consistency amongst the team. Most importantly they are responsible for ensuring the children’s needs are met, and that to the best of our ability they are happy. We must also ensure the environment is positive and the statutory or contractual obligations of FEVACA are met. The Registered Manager will review and ensure good standards of practice in recording and monitoring, liaison with other agencies, and contact with the local community. They are responsible for developing and maintaining a positive and ‘warm’ culture throughout the team and the service.
Essential
Desirable
Benefits
JOB DESCRIPTION
CLIENTS
STAFF
INTERAGENCY WORKING
FAMILY AND THE COMMUNITY
GOVERNMENT ORGANISATIONS
MEETING GOOD PRACTICE STANDARDS
REPORTING
LEGISLATION AND POLICY
Deputy Manager - Childrens Home - Ely
39
Ely
Deputy Manager - Childrens Home - Ely
DEPUTY MANAGER – CHILDRENS HOMES – CAMBRIDGE
Up to £31 824 annually
39 hours per week + 3 sleep ins
The Deputy Manager is responsible for supporting the Registered Manager and ensuring the overarching service delivered within FEVACA Children’s home.
They are responsible for supervising, supporting and managing some staff within their home. They report directly to the Register Manager.
The Deputy Manager is a professional with significant experience in their field who holds a qualification and registration in social work or social care such as the NVQ 3 and is working towards the NVQ 5: They must have significant and developing understanding of social work perspectives and an ability to manage staff, environment and clients with complex and challenging behaviours.
The management of staff includes the completion of appraisals and identification of developmental goals and training opportunities. Most importantly the Deputy Manager, along with the Registered Manager is responsible for ensuring the clients needs are met, the environment is positive and the statutory or contractual obligations of FEVACA are met, including the requirement to meet Childrens homes regulations 2015.
Job Description
CLIENTS
STAFF
INTERAGENCY WORKING
FAMILY AND THE COMMUNITY
GOVERNMENT ORGANISATIONS.
MEETING GOOD PRACTICE STANDARDS
REPORTING
LEGISLATION AND POLICY
Essential
Desirable
Full UK driving licence and use of a vehicle
Admin/ Receptionist
40
Bury St Edmunds
Admin/ Receptionist
Admin/Receptionist
40 hours per week
£12.02 per hour
BURY ST EDMUNDS – FT or PT
*This job can be part time and shared however please note that we require at least 2 days on a 8.30am-5pm or 9am-5.30pm
Overview of the Role
The post will be based in Bury St Edmunds town centre.
You will need to be proficient in Microsoft Office programs and have attention to detail. You will also need to demonstrate good communication, customer service skills and be willing to work as part of the team.
Please note that all candidates must:
Key Requirements:
Key Responsibilities:
Admin
Finance:
HR
ORCHARD HOUSE, 1 OLD CONVENT ORCHARD, BURY ST EDMUNDS, SUFFOLK, IP33 3PQ
Tel: 01284 764411 Email: info@fevaca.co.uk
FEVACA is a division of Fonjock's Social Work Practice Limited
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