Youth Development Practitioner

4 days ago


Rugeley, Staffordshire, United Kingdom Horizon Care & Education Full time
Job Title

Youth Development Practitioner

We provide high-quality care to children living in our homes, striving for a safe and loving environment where they can flourish and thrive.

About the Role
  • Support young people in continuing hobbies, social activities, and friendships while learning new skills.
  • Assist with morning routines, including getting ready for school and preparing a nutritious breakfast.
  • Prepare evening meals and ensure a safe space for relaxation within the home.
Skills and Experience
  • The ability to work independently and use your initiative when needed.
  • Holding or working towards a Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (England) or an equivalent qualification, such as The NVQ 3 Caring for Children & Young People.
Benefits
  • Real Living Wage employer
  • Competitive pay rates £28,000 - £32,000 per annum
  • Christmas bonus
  • Blue Light Card
  • Colleague referral scheme with cash rewards
  • Financial wellbeing service
  • Life Assurance
  • Option to buy and sell up to 5 days annual leave
  • Tastecard
  • Opportunity for career progression through our Education Academy and ongoing training
  • Comprehensive induction programme
  • Face-to-face therapeutic training and support
  • Access to free online courses
  • Employee assistance programme
  • Community and wellbeing initiatives
  • Supportive management and senior leaders
  • High-quality CPD opportunities
  • Free eye check

A UK driving licence is required for this role.



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