Residential Childcare Practitioner - Children's Home

SGS Care Ltd; Washington; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of children and young people. As a Residential Childcare Practitioner, you will work in a supportive environment, helping children aged 7 to 17 with social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties. This role offers a competitive hourly wage, opportunities for professional development, and a range of benefits, including free meals and a pension scheme. If you are passionate about making a difference and have the relevant qualifications, this is your chance to be part of a caring and dedicated team committed to providing the best outcomes for children.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Specialist CPD certified training

Free meals, snacks, and drinks

Free parking

Casual dress

Cycle to work scheme

Flexitime

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Hold Level 3 NVQ in Residential Childcare or related diploma.
• Fluent in English with good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support children aged 7 to 17 with social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties.
• Work collaboratively with a friendly team to provide nurturing care.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Experience with Challenging Behaviour

Education

Level 3 NVQ in Residential Childcare

Level 3 Diploma in Social Care

Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care

Job description

Job Title: Residential Childcare Practitioner - Children's Home

Where you will be based: Washington, North East

Provision:Children's Home

The Service Users:Children aged 7 to 17 with Social, Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (SEBD)

Working Week and Pay:

• £13.50per hour on either 36 hours or 48 hours contract with Approx 6 to 8 sleeps per month paid at £52 per sleep. Total Taken Per Year Upto £38,688

Desirables:

• Experience:Desirable to have experience working in a similar setting, such as working with children with challenging behaviour or complex needs (not including care assistant for the elderly).
• Driving Licence: Full driving license is desirable

Essentials:

• Qualifications: You hold (Or at least 25% through) Level 3 NVQ in Residential Childcare, or Level 3 Diplomas in Social or Children Care or Health and Social Care
• Fluent in English:Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Min Age:22

Other benefits:

• Competitive pension scheme
• Specialist CPD certified training and accredited qualifications free of charge
• Free meals, snacks, and drinks on shift for all residential staff
• Free parking
• Casual dress
• Cycle to work scheme
• Flexitime
• On-site parking

The Company:

• Company Ofsted track record:Good across all provision
• The Team:A warm and friendly team, keen to help each other to support the Young People and also to develop professionally through mentoring.
• Growth Plans:Expanding their services to support more children and young people
• Ethos / Values:Dedicated to providing the best possible outcomes for children, promoting a nurturing and supportive environment

What does Progression look like:Progressive pay scale based on experience, qualifications, and performance. First access to other RSW, and senior roles in the company before these get advertised.

Induction:Full induction, training, and support provided by the provider's in-house learning and development team.

Training:Access to specialist CPD certified training and accredited qualifications free of charge.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people and would like to join our client's professional and dedicated team, they encourage you to apply today.

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