Senior Therapeutic Care Practitioner

Neos Recruitment Ltd; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate £16–£20

Sleep-in allowance £50–£75

Permanent opportunities

Career progression

Therapeutic environment

Rewarding role

Job summary

Solaria Group, in partnership with a specialist children’s residential care provider, is recruiting Senior Therapeutic Care Practitioners for Stoke-on-Trent and Crewe. The role focuses on delivering therapeutic, trauma-informed care and leading care teams to support young people.

Successful candidates will have experience in residential settings, Level 3/4 qualifications, and a strong commitment to safeguarding and emotional wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in children's residential care.
• Level 3 or Level 4 qualification in Residential Childcare.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and trauma-informed approaches.
• Confidence in leading shifts and supporting other care professionals.
• Excellent communication, organisational and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred and trauma-informed care to children and young people.
• Lead shifts and support colleagues to maintain high standards of care.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with young people and promote wellbeing.
• Help young people develop independence and essential life skills.
• Mentor less experienced team members and contribute to a positive culture.
• Implement individual care plans, safeguarding procedures and therapeutic approaches.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure Ofsted safeguarding compliance.
• Participate in sleep-in duties as per rota.

Skills

Residential childcare

Safeguarding

Leading shifts

Communication

Organisation

Relationship-building

Driving licence

Education

Level 3/4 Residential Childcare

Job description

Senior Therapeutic Care Practitioner Children's Residential Care

Stoke-on-Trent & Crewe £16 to £20 per hour Permanent

Sleep-in Allowance: £50 to £75 per sleep-in

Solaria Group is working in partnership with an established children's residential care provider to recruit Senior Therapeutic Care Practitioners across the Stoke-on-Trent and Crewe areas.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced residential childcare professionals looking to progress their careers within an organisation committed to delivering high-quality, therapeutic and trauma-informed care.

Our client is passionate about creating safe, nurturing environments where children and young people feel supported, valued and empowered to reach their full potential.

The Role

As a Senior Therapeutic Care Practitioner, you will play a key role in supporting children and young people within a residential setting, while providing guidance and leadership to the wider care team.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing high-quality, person-centred and trauma-informed care to children and young people.

• Leading shifts and supporting colleagues to maintain consistently high standards of care.

• Building positive, trusting relationships with young people, promoting their emotional wellbeing and development.

• Supporting young people to develop independence, confidence and essential life skills.

• Mentoring less experienced team members and contributing to a positive team culture.

• Implementing individual care plans, safeguarding procedures and therapeutic approaches.

• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with Ofsted regulations and safeguarding standards.

• Participating in sleep-in duties in accordance with the agreed rota.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience working within children's residential care.

• Level 3 or Level 4 qualification in Residential Childcare.

• A strong understanding of safeguarding, trauma-informed care and children's emotional and behavioural needs.

• Confidence in leading shifts and supporting other care professionals.

• Excellent communication, organisational and relationship-building skills.

• A compassionate, resilient and professional approach to supporting young people.

• A full UK driving licence is desirable.

We're particularly interested in speaking with experienced Residential Support Workers and Senior Residential Care Workers who are passionate about making a positive difference and looking for their next career opportunity.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive hourly rate of £16 to £20, dependent on experience and progression.

• Sleep-in allowance of £50 to £75 per sleep-in.

• Permanent employment opportunities across Stoke-on-Trent and Crewe.

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

• The chance to join a supportive, therapeutic residential care environment.

• A rewarding position where your contribution can make a meaningful difference to young people's lives.

Higher rates are subject to experience, occupancy and successful completion of probation.