Therapeutic Residential Care Practitioner - Youth Support

Tudor Employment Agency; Walsall; On-site; GBP 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A local recruitment agency in Walsall seeks a Residential Care Practitioner to support children with complex needs. Responsibilities include safeguarding youth, delivering care, and managing routines. Candidates need a Level 3 diploma (or above), a clean driving license, and relevant experience in social care. This role involves a demanding schedule averaging 56.5 hours per week, offering competitive salary and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Working towards or completed Level 3 diploma.
• Current, clean UK driving licence required.
• Enhanced DBS check required.
• Right to Work in the UK essential.
• One year’s relevant experience in social care.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard young people through risk management.
• Deliver therapeutic care, including transport and routines.
• Encourage educational engagement and hobbies.
• Maintain a clean, safe home environment.
• Lead on care planning and assessments.

Skills

Experience in care settings

Communication skills

Teamwork

Risk management

Education

Level 3 diploma in Children's and Young People workforce

Level 4 Children qualification

Job description

A local recruitment agency in Walsall seeks a Residential Care Practitioner to support children with complex needs. Responsibilities include safeguarding youth, delivering care, and managing routines. Candidates need a Level 3 diploma (or above), a clean driving license, and relevant experience in social care. This role involves a demanding schedule averaging 56.5 hours per week, offering competitive salary and professional development opportunities.