Senior Practitioner - Care & Learning/MD - Birmingham

Eden Brown Synergy; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Ongoing professional development

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Eden Brown Synergy seeks a Senior Practitioner - Care & Learning/MD in Birmingham to lead and support a team delivering high-quality care and educational services for children and families. You will shape the learning environment while ensuring compliance with current legislation and best practices.

The role requires a relevant degree in Social Work or Child Development, plus 5+ years in care/learning with 2+ years in supervision, and strong leadership and communication abilities.

Qualifications

• A relevant degree or qualification in Social Work, Child Development, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in a care and learning environment, with a minimum of 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of current legislation and best practices in child care and education.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Proven leadership skills and the ability to inspire and motivate a team.

Responsibilities

• Leading and mentoring a team of care and learning practitioners to enhance their professional development.
• Developing and implementing individualized care and learning plans that cater to the unique needs of each child.
• Conducting regular assessments and evaluations to monitor progress and adjust strategies as necessary.
• Collaborating with families, external agencies, and professionals to provide holistic support.
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation, policies, and best practices in care and education.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Relevant degree/qualification in Social Work or Child Development

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Practitioner - Care & Learning/MD to join our dynamic team in Birmingham. In this vital role, you will be responsible for leading and supporting a team of professionals committed to delivering high-quality care and educational services to our clients. You will play a crucial role in shaping the learning environment, ensuring that it meets the needs of both children and families while adhering to regulatory standards.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Leading and mentoring a team of care and learning practitioners to enhance their professional development.
• Developing and implementing individualized care and learning plans that cater to the unique needs of each child.
• Conducting regular assessments and evaluations to monitor progress and adjust strategies as necessary.
• Collaborating with families, external agencies, and professionals to provide holistic support.
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation, policies, and best practices in care and education.

The ideal candidate will possess essential qualifications and skills, including:

• A relevant degree or qualification in Social Work, Child Development, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in a care and learning environment, with a minimum of 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of current legislation and best practices in child care and education.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Proven leadership skills and the ability to inspire and motivate a team.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits including flexible working hours, ongoing professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families and are ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.