Childrens Childcare Practitioner

Progressive; City Of London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellbeing benefits

Personal development opportunities

Job summary

Progressive Care is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to assist Children and Young People aged 12-17 in a home-like environment. You will support their physical, emotional, social and educational needs, build positive relationships, and promote independence in daily tasks such as cooking and travel.

Working within a Multidisciplinary Team, you will maintain safety, document key work, and provide calm, empathetic responses to challenging behaviours.

Qualifications

• DBS checks required for all hired personnel.
• Right to work in the UK is required.
• Be willing to pursue or hold Level 3 Children Residential Childcare qualification (or equivalent).
• Demonstrate empathy, communication and resilience in interactions with children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Support Children and Young People aged 12-17 in a home-like environment.
• Foster physical, emotional, social and educational development.
• Build positive relationships and promote independence in daily tasks like cooking and travel.
• Work within a Multi-disciplinary Team to advocate for children's needs.
• Maintain children's files and complete key work responsibilities.
• Provide calm, safe responses during challenging situations.

Skills

Empathy

Excellent communication

Written & recording skills

Resilience

Calm under pressure

Flexibility

Initiative

Education

Level 3 Children Residential Childcare qualification

Job description

At Progressive Care, our brand stands for trust, quality, and care. Every service we provide is thoughtfully designed to deliver excellence, consistency, and a meaningful impact. With a professional and person-centered approach, we ensure reliability and progress, creating lasting value for those we care and support. Your Role as a Support Worker within Children's Services: Provide with the care and support of our Children and Young People aged 12-17 whilst ensuring that a homely environment is maintained. Contributing to meeting each child's physical, emotional, social and educational needs. Build positive relationships with children and support with their development - whilst ensuring that they are kept safe. Providing a variety of new opportunities/experiences for each child. Work within a Multi-disciplinary Team to advocate for children's needs. Provide a positive and meaningful life experiences for children to develop their skills, self-esteem and confidence. Provide calm and safe responses when Children and Young people are unable to. Work in a Multi- disciplinary Team to provide a nurturing environment in which children and young people can develop and thrive. Promote independence through care and support with daily tasks such as cooking, travel etc. Complete key work responsibilities and maintain children's and young people's files., Access to excellent employee benefits designed to support your health, wellbeing, and personal development. A Supportive & Rewarding Work Environment With strong management support and supervision, you will always have the guidance, encouragement, that give you the tools and confidence that you need to thrive in your role and career.

• Due to the nature of this role, Progressive Care conducts enhanced background checks through the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) for all hired personnel.
• Please note that sponsorship is not available for this position, and all applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
• Be willing to work towards or already hold a Level 3 Children Residential Childcare qualification (or equivalent).
• Have a passion to work with children and young people who sometimes demonstrate behaviours that challenge. Have a genuine desire to improve lives and promote self-esteem. Demonstrate excellent communication skills and empathy. Stay calm under pressure and work flexibly. Have an awareness of children and able to work on initiative, whilst also possessing a sense of resilience. Possess strong written & recording skills. Be flexible to work across all different shift patterns for example \"Waking nights, day shift and sleep in shifts where applicable\".

What We Offer: Excellent Pay & Rewards We recognise your skills with structured Salary Grades that reflect your Experience and Qualifications. Our Pay Structures are at the forefront of National Pay Standards.