Care Practitioner / Support Worker

GET STAFFED ONLINE RECRUITMENT LIMITED; West Bromwich; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare service provider in West Bromwich seeks a dedicated Care Practitioner to support young people's emotional and developmental needs. The role requires building trusting relationships, ensuring adherence to policies, and maintaining documentation. Ideal candidates will demonstrate a commitment to child wellbeing, possess a full UK driving licence, and appreciate the impact of childhood trauma. Competitive salary of £26,000 with benefits including bonuses and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Attendance bonus

Sleep-in rates

Professional development funding

31 days of holiday

Meals provided

Recommend-a-friend scheme

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence held for at least 12 months.
• Desire to acquire training in therapeutic practices like PACE and PRICE.
• Ability to understand the impact of early childhood trauma is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Build trusting relationships with young people.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Maintain documentation including risk and care plans.
• Participate in case conferences and ensure children's voices are heard.
• Support staff in creating a trauma-informed approach.
• Collaborate to promote high childcare standards.

Skills

Commitment to child well-being

Strong teamwork abilities

Resilience

Positive attitude

Job description

Care Practitioner / Support Worker

Salary: £26,000 per annum

Location: West Bromwich

Our client is dedicated to improving the day-to-day lives of young people. They are currently seeking a dedicated and nurturing Therapeutic Residential Support Worker to join their team. As a Care Practitioner, you will build meaningful relationships with the young people in their care, supporting them to thrive and reach their full potential. You will serve as a positive role model, helping to maintain boundaries that ensure their safety while addressing their emotional and developmental needs.

In this role, you will play a key part in creating a warm and nurturing environment for their children, closely collaborating with the Registered Manager, Deputy, and Senior Care Practitioners to manage and develop their home in line with their ethos and policies. Their team is committed to stability and positive change for the children they support, and your involvement will be vital to this mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Build trusting relationships with the young people and support their emotional and developmental needs.
• Collaborate with the management team to ensure the home operates in accordance with its statement of purpose and company policies and procedures.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation, including risk assessments, care plans, and safety plans, while observing safeguarding practices.
• Actively participate in case conferences and planning meetings, ensuring the children’s voices are heard.
• Assist in training and supporting staff to create a trauma-informed approach to care.
• Work collaboratively with the team to promote high standards of childcare practice.

Ideal Candidate

• Demonstrates a commitment to the wellbeing of children and the ethos of our client’s home.
• Possesses a full UK driving licence held for at least 12 months.
• Exhibits resilience, a positive attitude, and a good sense of humour.
• Appreciates the impact of early childhood trauma on child development (not essential).
• Works effectively as part of a team while being accountable for individual responsibilities.
• Is keen to acquire training in therapeutic practices such as PACE and PRICE.

Benefits On Offer

• Competitive base salary of £26,000, with potential earnings up to £32,400 depending on attendance and additional responsibilities.
• Attendance bonus of up to £1,200 per year, paid quarterly.
• Sleep-in rates of £50 per night, with a minimum of two per week.
• Ongoing professional development and funding for your Level 3/4 residential childcare qualification.
• 31 days of holiday per annum.
• Meals provided during work hours.
• Opportunity to participate in a recommend-a-friend scheme with bonuses.

Our client is a privately-run organisation that believes every child deserves to live in a loving and caring environment, irrespective of their background. They are committed to the continuous training and development of their staff, ensuring they have the necessary skills to support the diverse needs of their young people.

To ensure their teams are representative of the diverse backgrounds of the children they care for, they welcome applications from candidates of all walks of life.

If you believe you are the right fit for this role, please submit your CV now. Join our client in making a difference in the lives of young people.