Residential Care Practitioner - 2-on/3-off Rotas + Training

Greenleaf House; Lockerbie; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-funded SVQ 3, SVQ 4 and HNC

29 days' annual leave + additional-le?

Overtime paid at time and a half

Employee discounts

Employee Assistance Programme and well

Job summary

Greenleaf is seeking a Residential Childcare Practitioner in Lockerbie to support children and young people who have experienced trauma. You will follow a 2-on, 3-off rota with overnight sleepovers, delivering day-to-day care, guidance and emotional support.

You will help with education, activities, appointments and life skills, building positive relationships while maintaining professional boundaries. Company-funded SVQ 3, SVQ 4 and HNC qualifications are provided.

Qualifications

• Be able to work on a 2-on, 3-off rota, including overnight sleepovers.
• Have the right to work in the UK without requiring employer visa sponsorship.
• Be eligible for PVG Scheme membership and SSSC registration.

Responsibilities

• Build positive, trusting relationships with young people
• Provide day-to-day care, guidance and emotional support
• Support education, activities, appointments, family contact and life skills
• Respond calmly and consistently during challenging situations
• Contribute to care planning and maintain accurate records
• Work alongside colleagues and other professionals
• Drive company vehicles as part of supporting our young people

Skills

Right to work in UK

PVG Scheme membership

SSSC registration

Job description

Greenleaf is seeking a Residential Childcare Practitioner in Lockerbie to support children and young people who have experienced trauma. You will follow a 2-on, 3-off rota with overnight sleepovers, delivering day-to-day care, guidance and emotional support.

You will help with education, activities, appointments and life skills, building positive relationships while maintaining professional boundaries. Company-funded SVQ 3, SVQ 4 and HNC qualifications are provided.