Senior Residential Practitioner: Lead Care & Development

Sgscare; South Tyneside; On-site; GBP 36,160 - 43,416; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

5.5 weeks' annual leave

Same-day GP appointments

Counselling service

Discounts at outlets

Job summary

Sgscare is seeking a Senior Residential Practitioner for a permanent role in South Tyneside. You will lead shifts, supervise Residential Practitioners and ensure children receive high-quality, person-centred care for ages 5–18 in a children's residential home.

Candidates should have a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent, with at least 1 year in a senior or team-leader role, and be prepared to participate in ongoing training and development, including sleep-ins where required.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare required if not already held.
• Experience in Senior or Team Leader role (minimum 1 year).
• Residential Childcare experience preferred but leadership in other health & social care settings considered.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and provide first-line leadership to Residential Practitioners.
• Ensure children receive high-quality, person-centred care.
• Report to the Deputy and Registered Manager to maintain high-quality practice.

Skills

Resilience

Confidence

Communication

Listening

Dedication

Patience

Kindness

Compassion

Empathy

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Social Care (0–18) preferred

Level 3 Diploma in Adult Social Care with residential units

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (full) if no qualification

Job description

Sgscare is seeking a Senior Residential Practitioner for a permanent role in South Tyneside. You will lead shifts, supervise Residential Practitioners and ensure children receive high-quality, person-centred care for ages 5–18 in a children's residential home.

Candidates should have a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent, with at least 1 year in a senior or team-leader role, and be prepared to participate in ongoing training and development, including sleep-ins where required.