Residential Childcare Practitioner

Greenleaf House; Auchterarder; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate individuals to join their team as Residential Childcare Practitioners. This role is integral to providing a safe and nurturing environment for vulnerable young people, ensuring they receive the best care possible. You will be part of a dedicated team, working flexible shifts, including sleepovers, to support the development and well-being of the children. With a commitment to holistic care, you will help shape the future of young lives, making a meaningful impact every day. If you are driven by a desire to provide hope and optimism, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Wellbeing package

24/7 wellbeing line

Free counselling sessions

Health cash plan

Discounts and savings access

Qualifications

• SSSC registration required within 4-6 months of starting.
• PVG must be supplied; experience in youth services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and support to children in accordance with policies.
• Participate in assessments and support programs for young people.

Skills

Good communication skills

Understanding of safeguarding and child protection

Teamwork principles

Ability to work shifts

Education

SVQ 3 in Social Care

HNC in Social Care

Job description

Residential Childcare Practitioner

Auchterarder, Perth and Kinross

From 31,960 to 34,165 OTE plus overtime

The Greenleaf Team

We’re looking for people to join our team that share our beliefs. We believe in a holistic approach: that even the smallest detail can mean a world of difference to a vulnerable young person. We want team members who never give up on our young people, who are compassionate and who believe that our young people deserve the best we can give them.

If it’s your ambition to create a future filled with hope and optimism for our young people, then get in touch.

Visit our website for more info: greenleafhouse.co.uk

Job Role

You will be part of a unique team who will drive and work with the Care Practitioners to not only facilitate excellent practice, but you will have the opportunity to shape the development of our Service.

This role involves completing 14-hour shifts followed by sleepover.

Our vision is for every young person who lives with us to experience a safe, happy and nurturing present and a future that is filled with hope and optimism.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide care and support to our children and young people in accordance with policies and procedures and participate in a mindful teamwork approach to childcare practice.
• Contribute to the assessment process for young people and be involved with on-going support programmes in conjunction with other key employees.
• Ensure positive support to children and young people when they are concerned or distressed.
• Attend planning and review meetings where appropriate.
• Participate in a key person system.
• Ensure relevant reports are kept in addition to appropriate record keeping information collection and exchange.
• Work within a shift system including sleepovers.
• Undertake health and safety checks and other safety/security checks as necessary.
• Participate in on-going training and be responsive to own personal development.
• Implement de-escalation and crisis intervention strategies as necessary and appropriate in line with mandatory training.
• Promote young peoples’ participation, promote structure, boundaries and routine.
• Comply with the code of conduct as required by the SSSC.
• Be fully aware of safeguarding and child protection issues.
• Fully understand the reporting process of child protection within the home.
• Contribute to the maintenance of a safe, hygienic and clean environment.

The nature of residential work is varied and, in many instances, unpredictable. All staff are therefore expected to work in a flexible way and tasks that have not been covered in the job description have to be undertaken.

Practitioners are expected to conduct themselves professionally and adhere to Greenleaf Policies and Procedures, and to achieve this they will successfully complete induction and ongoing training.

The Company reserves the right to vary duties and responsibilities at any time.

Requirements

Essential Criteria:

• SSSC registration to be obtained within 4-6 months of start commencing in the post and renewed annually.
• PVG must be supplied.
• SVQ 3 & HNC in Social Care or equivalent or willing to work towards.
• Good communication skills.
• Understanding the principles of safeguarding and child protection.
• Knowledge and understanding of the principles of teamwork.
• Ability to work shifts including evening and weekends.
• Full manual UK driving licence.

Desired Criteria:

• Experience of working within services for young people, at least 1 year.
• Wide knowledge of the behaviours displayed by children and young people and an understanding of a range of intervention strategies.
• Awareness of legislation in relation to childcare including National Care Standards (June 2017), Children (Scotland) Act 1995, GIRFEC.

Benefits

Greenleaf Benefits

With greater expectations come greater rewards. If you’re selected to become part of the Greenleaf family, you’ll not only enjoy a salary that’s higher than the sector average, but you’ll also enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and generous holiday entitlement.

You will be eligible for our wellbeing package, which includes an external EAP with a 24/7 wellbeing line and free counselling sessions, a health cash plan, which includes dental and optical cover, physio therapies, and a 24/7 GP helpline, and our Greenleaf For You platform, which gives you access to a wide range of discounts and savings.

You will also have access to a wide range of development opportunities. At Greenleaf we believe in progression, we look after our staff so that they can focus on caring for our young people.