Child care worker Review

by Dove adolescent services

Rating

8/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

I care for children in a residential care home. Ensuring they are correctly safeguarded and looked after.

8/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

I have continued to develop skills I have from working as a support worker. I have also learnt about the workings of a residential care home. And received a variety of relevant training.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy that every day can be so different and the variety of people I meet.

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Well structured. I work with a very competent team.

8/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

I receive monthly supervisions, but in between I have regular chats with my manager.

8/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

A lot. She always replies to my emails. And is happy to help with any questions I have.

10/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

I’ve not noticed a significant difference, however it is still early in the training.

8/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

Not not that I am aware of as of yet.

6/10

9a. Would you recommend Dove adolescent services to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Excellent job overall. Good pay compared to previous jobs and brilliant staff.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Dove adolescent services?

Be confident and show your personality. If you don’t know something, he honest.