Residential Care Practitioner
Job Specification: Residential Care Practitioner (Children’s Residential Care)
Salary: Starting at £33,551.23 per annum (with increase upon successful completion of a 6-month probation
Hours: 56.5 hours per week (inclusive of sleep shifts)
Tudor Employment Agency are seeking 4 Residential Care Practitioners to join our dedicated team at our children's residential home in Derby.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide high-quality care and support to children and young people, ensuring their safety, welfare, and personal development
- Support young people in attending appointments, education, social events, and family contact
- Collaborate with colleagues to create a nurturing and stable environment in line with Ofsted requirements
- Maintain accurate records and contribute to care plans, risk assessments, and other documentation
- Demonstrate a proactive approach to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people
Essential Criteria:
- Experience and knowledge of working in children's residential care or relevant transferable skills recognized by Ofsted
- Full UK driving licence (essential due to travel requirements with the role)
- Ability to work 56.5 hours per week, including sleep shifts (08:00–23:00 plus sleep and 30-minute handover the following morning)
Desirable Qualifications
Holding or working towards
- Level 3 Diploma in Children's Residential/Children's Workforce
- Level 4 Children, Young People and Families Practitioner (Residential)
- Candidates with transferable skill sets will also be considered
Shift Pattern
- 3-week rolling rota working alongside a senior co-worker
- Average of 10 shifts per month, equating to 244.5 hours per month
What We Offer
- Competitive starting salary with opportunities for progression
- A supportive working environment with professional development opportunities
- A chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and young people
If you are passionate about making a difference and meet the criteria outlined above, we would love to hear from you.
How to Apply:
To learn more or to be considered for this position or to obtain further information please contact the Health & Social Care Team on 01922 725445 ext 1003 OR Option 5
Alternatively, please submit your CV to care@tudoremployment.co.uk or Register Online - https://tinyurl.com/TEAHSCREG0
Join us and be a part of a dedicated team providing care and support to young people in a meaningful and impactful way!
- Rate: £33,551 per year
- Location: Derby, Derbyshire, England
- Type: Permanent
- Industry: Other
- Recruiter: Tudor Employmet
- Tel: 01922 725445
- Email: to view click here
- Reference: TEAHSRE/05
- Posted: 2025-01-28 15:29:35 -
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