Residential Childcare Practitioner

**Position Title**: Residential Childcare Practitioner

**Job Type**: Full-time

**Salary**: £22,000 - £26,000 per annum

**About Us**:
We are a reputable children's support organization committed to providing a nurturing environment for young people in need. We believe in making a positive impact on the lives of these individuals and strive to create an atmosphere where they can thrive and develop. Our dedicated team works collaboratively, supporting each other to achieve our common goal of empowering young people to reach their full potential.

**Role Overview**:
As a Residential Childcare Practitioner, you will be an integral part of our team, working within the residential home to provide care and support to young individuals. Your role will involve fostering a safe and positive environment, offering guidance, and building meaningful relationships with the residents.

**Responsibilities**:

- **Direct Care**: Provide day-to-day care and support to young people within the residential home, ensuring their well-being and safety.
- **Positive Engagement**: Engage with residents in a positive and supportive manner, encouraging their personal development and emotional well-being.
- **Team Collaboration**: Work closely with the team to ensure a cohesive and supportive environment, sharing insights and best practices to enhance the overall quality of care.
- **Communication**: Maintain effective communication with colleagues, supervisors, and other professionals involved in the care of the young people.
- **Record Keeping**: Keep accurate records of daily activities, incidents, and residents' progress, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with relevant regulations.

**Benefits**:

- **Supportive Environment**: Join a team that values collaboration, support, and empowerment, providing a foundation for personal and professional growth.
- **Training and Development**: Access ongoing training opportunities to enhance your skills and stay updated on best practices in residential childcare.
- **Career Progression**: Realize your career aspirations with genuine progression opportunities within the organization.
- **Work-Life Balance**: Enjoy a 2 on 4 off shift pattern, providing a balanced schedule to promote a healthy work-life balance.
- **Comprehensive Benefits**: Receive competitive remuneration, pension contributions, and other benefits tailored to support your well-being.

**Requirements**:

- Relevant experience in residential childcare or a related field.
- A compassionate and patient approach to working with young people.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a team and independently.
- Understanding and commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.

Join us in creating a supportive and empowering environment for the children we serve.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £22,000.00-£26,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee mentoring programme
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Store discount

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Weekend availability

**Experience**:

- Residential Childcare: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person