Job Description

Location:

Barnham, West Sussex

Job Type:

Full-Time | Permanent

Hourly Rate:

15.38 per hour

Sleep-In Allowance:

70 per sleep-in shift

Shifts:

07:00am - 19:00pm - 2 week rolling rota including Sleep-ins, Weekends & Bank holidays

About Us

We are a dedicated provider of safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environments for vulnerable children and young people. Our mission is to provide outstanding care that promotes well-being, supports personal growth, and empowers every individual to reach their full potential. Joining our team means becoming part of a passionate, supportive community that values integrity, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of those that we support.

About the Role

MJM Care Group is seeking a committed and reflective Children's Wellbeing Practitioner to join our therapeutic residential children's home, supporting children and young people aged 7-17 with emotional and behavioural needs.

The post holder will be responsible for providing safe, consistent, and high-quality care in line with regulatory requirements and best practice. You will contribute to the creation of a nurturing, trauma-informed environment where children feel listened to, valued, and supported to achieve positive outcomes.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will support children's emotional wellbeing, promote positive behaviour, and help them develop resilience, independence, and life skills. You will actively contribute to care planning, risk management, and safeguarding practices, ensuring that each child's needs are met in a way that reflects their individual strengths and experiences.

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference by supporting children to feel safe, thrive, and reach their full potential within a stable and therapeutic residential setting.

Responsibilities

Support young people with daily routines, emotional wellbeing and education

Build safe, trusting relationships and provide a nurturing presence

Deliver keywork sessions and contribute to individual care plans

Promote a therapeutic environment and uphold safeguarding practice

Work collaboratively with your team to provide consistent, high-quality care

What We're Looking For

A genuine desire to support vulnerable children

Emotional resilience and a calm, reflective approach

Flexibility to work shifts including sleep-ins and weekends

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to achieve it)

What We Offer

15.38 per hour plus 70 per sleep in Fully funded induction and ongoing training Funded qualifications and structured career development Supportive, trauma-informed team culture Reflective supervision and wellbeing resources

Apply for this position through Indeed - Reference ID: CWP MJM Care Group Ltd.

For further information, please contact admin@mjmcaregroup.co.uk

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 15.38 per hour

Work Location: In person