Senior Children's Residential Practitioner

The Methodist Church in Britain; Wollaton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

25 days annual leave + bank holidays (

Sleep-in payment £41.78 per night

Overtime paid at time-and-a-half

Mileage allowance 55p per mile

Salary sacrifice schemes for cars and:

Employee discount programme

Induction and trauma-informed training

Job summary

Lincolnshire County Council’s Robin House Children’s Home is seeking a senior residential practitioner. The role focuses on leading shifts, modelling trauma-informed practice and building strong, therapeutic relationships with children who have experienced adversity.

You will coach colleagues and support safeguarding, care planning and collaboration with families and partner agencies. The post is permanent and full-time, with a shift rota including sleep-ins and overtime, and advance notice of

Qualifications

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, or willingness to complete it.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and keep the home running smoothly.
• Model best practice and create an environment where children feel valued and understood.
• Build trusting, therapeutic relationships with children and young people.
• Support children to develop independence, emotional resilience and life skills.
• Coach and mentor colleagues in reflective, trauma-informed practice.
• Provide guidance and support during challenging situations.
• Plan and run activities, direct work and development opportunities.
• Contribute to care planning, risk management and positive outcomes.
• Represent the home at meetings with families, schools and partner agencies.
• Keep accurate records, reports and documentation to a high standard.

Skills

Trauma-informed practice

Leadership

Teamwork

Written records

Calm under pressure

Spoken English

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

This senior residential practitioner role sits at Robin House Children's Home, run by Lincolnshire County Council for young people who have experienced trauma and adversity. The work centres on leading shifts, modelling best practice and building therapeutic relationships with children, while coaching colleagues in trauma-informed practice. The role is permanent and full-time, with a shift rota that includes sleep-in and overtime, and shifts are given with advance notice. Candidates need a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, or a commitment to complete it, and accurate spoken English.

What the job involves

• Leading shifts and keeping the home running smoothly
• Modelling best practice and creating an environment where children feel valued and understood
• Building trusting, therapeutic relationships with children and young people
• Supporting children to develop independence, emotional resilience and life skills
• Coaching and mentoring colleagues in reflective, trauma-informed practice
• Giving guidance and support during challenging situations
• Planning and running activities, direct work and development opportunities
• Contributing to care planning, risk management and positive outcomes
• Representing the home at meetings with families, schools and partner agencies
• Keeping accurate records, reports and documentation to a high standard

Qualifications

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, or willingness to complete it

Skills & knowledge

• Passion for supporting children and young people
• Understanding of trauma-informed practice, or eagerness to develop it
• Calm, resilient and reflective under pressure
• Ability to lead shifts and support colleagues
• Values teamwork, learning and professional development
• Clear, accurate and professional written records

Checks & eligibility

• Criminal record check
• Full UK driving licence
• Access to a vehicle for work purposes

Other

• Commitment to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults
• Converse at ease and advise in accurate spoken English

What's offered

• Local Government Pension Scheme, with an employer contribution of about 24%
• Minimum 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with option to buy more
• Sleep-in payment of £41.78 per night
• Overtime paid at time-and-a-half
• Mileage allowance of 55p per mile
• Salary sacrifice schemes for cars and cycles
• Employee discount programme
• Induction, specialist trauma-informed training, regular supervision and career progression