Children's Residential Support Practitioner

The Bleep 360 Group Ltd.; Lanchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a compassionate Residential Support Practitioner to join their team in a new children's home. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact on young lives by providing care, guidance, and support during their crucial developmental years. You will foster a positive environment and help shape the future of the children in your care. With competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth, this position is ideal for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people. Join a dynamic team and embark on a fulfilling career journey.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate plus £50 per sleep in

Access to fully funded qualifications and training

Ofsted related rewards

Access to a company vehicle while on shift

Wellness allowance

Access to a blue light card – discounted services

24/7 counselling and support service

Guidance from experienced professionals

Qualifications

• Experience in a residential setting is essential for this role.
• Candidates should possess a Level 3 Residential Childcare diploma.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and nurturing home environment for children.
• Assist young people in decision-making and self-care.
• Maintain records and support individual care plans.

Skills

Experience working with Children and Young People

Ability to write clear and detailed reports

Team-working skills

Self-motivation and adaptability

Positive attitude and good sense of humour

Education

Level 3 Residential Childcare diploma

Tools

Company vehicle

Job description

Job Introduction

Are you passionate about supporting and nurturing young lives? At 360 CRS we are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Residential Support Practitioner to join our dynamic team in our brand new children's home on the outskirts of Plymouth that is due to open in April. In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children, providing them with the care, guidance, and support they need during their crucial developmental years. Your commitment to fostering a safe, positive, and nurturing environment will help shape the future of the children in our care.

We offer a competitive compensation package, up to £33,408 per year, based on 12 shifts per month. Flexible working arrangements and an enriching work atmosphere. This is your opportunity to contribute meaningfully through long-term support while embarking on a fulfilling career journey with 360 CRS.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• To assist in providing a safe and nurturing home environment for children and young people, appropriate to their age, understanding and identified needs.
• Provide support with all aspects of their daily lives and encourage them to engage in decision making relating to their care.
• To encourage and support all young people to take responsibility for their self-care and personal hygiene appropriate to their age.
• To ensure that good health and welfare is promoted and that the needs of young people are identified, and services provided to meet these.
• To develop positive relationships with young people and enable them to develop their existing skills and learn new ones.
• To act as a positive role model and actively prepare and support young people when leaving care to enable them to make a successful transition into adulthood.
• To maintain a regular system of recording in connection with each young person, to be involved in the development and implementation of individual care plans and to provide reports as and when required.

Minimum Requirements:

• Experience working with Children and Young People (ideally in a residential setting)
• Relevant qualification in Level 3 Residential Childcare diploma (or a willingness to undertake the qualification and training)
• Ability to write clear and detailed reports
• Be of good character and integrity.
• Resilience and tenacious qualities
• Have a positive attitude and a good sense of humour
• A strong commitment to high-quality care and our core values
• Excellent team-working skills
• Self-motivation and adaptability
• Due to the property's remote location, a full UK driving licence and the ability to drive the company vehicles are essential.

Benefits of working with 360 CRS:

• Competitive hourly rate plus £50 per sleep in
• Access to fully funded qualifications and training
• Ofsted related rewards
• Access to a company vehicle while on shift
• Wellness allowance
• Access to a blue light card – discounted services
• Access to a 24/7 counselling and support service.
• Access to experienced professionals available for guidance and support.