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!





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