Residential Care Practitioner - Children & Young People

Pertemps; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Council in the West Midlands seeks a dedicated Residential Care Practitioner for a children's home. This role offers a funded Level 4 qualification and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people. Applicants should have relevant experience and a passion for providing quality care and support. Benefits include competitive pay, career progression, and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Funded Level 4 qualification in Residential Care

Quality training via Children’s Social Care Academy

Access to Local government pension

25 days annual leave, rising to 30 after 5 years

Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support

Family and carer-friendly policies

Staff discounts and subsidised travel passes

Qualifications

• Willingness to work towards a Level 4 Diploma within two years.
• Experience in health and social care or educational settings essential.
• Valid driving license and access to a car required.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, stable, supportive, and stimulating environment for children.
• Build strong relationships with children and young people.
• Complete a week's induction before working with children.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Relationship-building abilities

Self-awareness

Ability to work with challenging behaviors

Passion for learning

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent

Job description

Residential Care Practitioner

Children & Young People

Location: West Midlands

Do you want to make a real difference to the lives of children and young people in West Midlands? We have a role for you as a Residential Social Care Worker in a four-bedded children's home. You must have experience working with children; experience in a residential home is desirable. We prefer to use regular workers to build strong relationships with children. Whether you are an experienced Care Practitioner or seeking a career change, we would love to hear from you.

We provide a comprehensive induction and training before the home's opening, including a funded Level 4 Residential Childcare qualification, to support our commitment to delivering high-quality care.

In the West Midlands, Children’s Services is a top priority within our Council Plan, placing children at the heart of our work.

This rewarding role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact by providing a safe, stable, supportive, and stimulating environment to help children and young people build a brighter future.

Rota: Two shift patterns: 7:00am - 3:00pm and 2:00pm - 10:00pm. All staff must complete a week's induction (9:00am - 5:00pm) before lone working with children.

Our Offer to You:

• A funded Level 4 qualification in Residential Care (minimum 16 hours/week required for apprenticeship)
• Quality training and coaching via our Children’s Social Care Academy
• Competitive pay
• Clear career pathway
• Access to Local government pension
• 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 after 5 years, plus options to buy additional days

• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 free and confidential support
• Family and carer-friendly policies
• Additional benefits: staff discounts, subsidised travel passes, Cycle 2 Work Scheme

About You:

You will hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent, or be willing to work towards a Level 4 Diploma within two years. Experience in health and social care or educational settings, especially with challenging behaviors, is essential. Strong communication skills, self-awareness, and relationship-building abilities are required. You must be passionate about learning and safeguarding procedures. A valid driving license and access to a car are necessary, with reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants.

While based at one of our three children’s residential homes, you may be required to cover across all locations to meet the needs of our children and young people.

Eligibility: Must be able to work in the UK, hold a full driving license.

About Us:

Our Council prides itself on being small enough to care but big enough to make a difference. We prioritize children and young people, providing high-quality support, training, and a child-focused culture rooted in transparency and cooperation.

This role is ideal for those traveling from Royal Leamington Spa, Kenilworth, Stratford upon Avon, Nuneaton, Coventry, Rugby, Bedworth, Warwick, Solihull, Nottingham, Sheffield, Leicester, Birmingham, Wolverhampton, Worcester, Banbury, Northampton, Leicester, Loughborough.

We also recruit for various social work roles, including IRO, BIA, MASH, Children in Need, Duty and Assessment, Child Protection, LAC, and more. Not the right role? We offer generous referral bonuses—please share with colleagues or friends interested in joining us.