Children's Home Residential Practitioner

Southampton City Council; Southampton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Southampton City Council is seeking passionate Residential Care Workers to support children and young people in a new home. The role involves providing high-quality care, fostering a nurturing environment, and helping children overcome challenges. Ideal candidates will possess compassion, resilience, and a commitment to the wellbeing of young people, with opportunities for professional development in a supportive team setting.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Comprehensive training and professional development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in residential care or childcare is desirable.
• Willingness to work towards NVQ Level 3.
• Compassionate and resilient attributes required.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care tailored to individual needs.
• Foster a safe and inclusive environment for children.
• Support children in daily activities and life skills.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare

Job description

Make 2025 the year to make a difference to the life of every child and young person through positive experiences.

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and young people? Southampton City Council is seeking committed and compassionate Residential Practitioners to provide outstanding care and support at our new children’s home.

We are looking to build a brand new team to assist in the opening of our new family home in Southampton, caring for young people who have sometimes complex emotional and behavioural difficulties. You would be the person to give encouragement and praise when needed, to be patient and understanding during times of crisis and to inspire them to grow and develop.

The role can be emotionally challenging, and you could be handling difficult situations BUT you could be the person to change a child’s life for the better.

About the Role

As a Residential Care Workers, you’ll play a vital role in creating a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment where children and young people can thrive. You will work as part of a dedicated team to empower young people to overcome challenges and achieve their full potential.

What You’ll Do

• Provide high-quality care to children and young people, tailored to their individual needs and circumstances.
• Foster a safe and inclusive home environment that promotes emotional, social, and educational development.
• Act as a positive role model, encouraging resilience, confidence, and independence.
• Support children in day-to-day activities, including education, recreation, and life skills development.
• Collaborate with colleagues and professionals to deliver effective care plans.
• Handle challenging situations with empathy, professionalism, and patience.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with safeguarding and regulatory standards.
• Build trusting relationships.
• Help the children and young people to find pleasure in everyday tasks.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience:Previous experience in residential care, childcare, or working with young people is desirable but not essential.
• Qualifications:NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or a willingness to work towards this qualification).
• Skills:Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities.
• Attributes:Compassionate, resilient, and committed to the wellbeing of children and young people.
• Flexibility:Ability to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins.
• DBS: All staff are required to have an Enhanced DBS. Ideally, being on the DBS update service is desirable.

We’re looking for great people to join our team!

We’re in the final stages of opening new children’s homes in Southampton. Technically, we’re looking for Children’s Home Residential Care Workers and Therapeutic Children’s Residential Care Workers (including Senior Residential Care Workers) to join our team, but what we really want is people who bring positivity, creativity, care and commitment to working with vulnerable children and young people. They need patience, kindness and compassion, someone who cares.

So, if you’re still reading this and sounds like you, what are you waiting for?

We can’t wait to meet you!

Due to Ofsted regulations and guidance, all applicants must be 21 years of age or over.

What We Offer

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• A strong Leadership and Management team. This will consist of a Manager, Deputy and Senior Practitioners.
• Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive team environment with a focus on wellbeing.
• The chance to contribute to the positive development of children and young people in Southampton.
• Pay enhancement will be applicable.

Southampton City Councilis committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references.

Join us and help shape brighter futures for children and young people in Southampton!

The home will aim to provide innovative care and education services to children and young people who have emotional and behavioural difficulties. We will do our best to make every day extraordinary for the children we care for and support, because we believe in every single one of them.

For further information and details regarding the position, please contact Daniel Mason [e-mail]

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