Senior Residential Childcare Practitioner - Growth Path

SGS; Leigh; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare organization in the UK is seeking a Senior Childcare Practitioner to support children aged 7-17 with emotional and behavioral difficulties. In this role, you will provide mentorship and create a nurturing environment. The ideal candidate will have a Level 4 qualification in Children's Care, Youth Services or equivalent, and experience in residential care. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Comprehensive Training Academy

Excellent Health & Wellbeing Benefits

Company Pension Scheme

Additional Leave for service

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in residential care or similar settings.
• Full UK Driving Licence (Essential).
• Fluency in English with the ability to understand UK dialects.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with emotional and behavioural needs in a residential setting.
• Act as a role model and key worker, helping children develop essential life skills.
• Contribute to care planning and safeguarding processes.

Skills

Support young people with emotional and behavioural needs

Ability to manage challenging behaviours

Create a nurturing environment

Positive role model

Education

Level 4 Children, Young People and Families Practitioner

Level 3 Residential Childcare or equivalent

Job description

A leading childcare organization in the UK is seeking a Senior Childcare Practitioner to support children aged 7-17 with emotional and behavioral difficulties. In this role, you will provide mentorship and create a nurturing environment. The ideal candidate will have a Level 4 qualification in Children's Care, Youth Services or equivalent, and experience in residential care. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career progression.