Job Description

Job Title: Residential Care Practitioner.

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children and young people in care? Join our team at Care 2 Care Children's Home and embark on a rewarding journey to nurture and support their development.

We pride ourselves in providing homes for children and young people aged 8 - 17 on admission. Our residential services cater to children and young people 24 hours a day, 52 weeks of the year.

We offer structured pay scales and a clear career path, enabling you to grow from your initial role as a Residential Childcare Practitioner to positions such as Deputy Manager or Residential Manager. Your career progression within our organisation is essential as children benefit from having consistent, long-term caregivers in their lives.

Key Responsibilities:

Our RSW's are required to:

Build meaningful relationships with young people, providing practical and emotional support to create a secure, stable, and supportive environment that helps them develop life skills and resilience for independent living. Deliver high-quality care and support that meets the physical, emotional, intellectual, social, and cultural needs of young people in accordance with relevant legislation and guidelines. Assist young people in their daily routines and care needs, serving as a positive role model, offering guidance and support. Empower young people to make choices and decisions, ensuring their needs and wishes are considered in decisions relating to them. Facilitate the development of social skills, access to education and leisure activities, and encourage their participation. Ensure the protection of young people from harm by observing changes in behaviour and adhering to the Home's Safeguarding & Child Protection policy. Take responsibility for key-working named young person, maintaining records, attending meetings with external professionals, and performing other assigned duties. Attend to practical matters related to childcare, such as cooking, cleaning, and general home maintenance. Provide one-on-one assistance and support to help young people address past and present difficulties. Offer emotional support during challenging times. Assist young people in gaining self-control by addressing unacceptable behavior and reinforcing pro-social conduct. Adhere to relevant policies and procedures to ensure the smooth running of the Home.

Job Requirements:

Flexibility to work 10-12 hour shifts during the daytime, including sleep-ins and weekends. Willingness to undergo further training as identified by the manager. Enhanced DBS clearance registered with the update service. Minimum age requirement of 22 years.

Experience & Qualifications (Desirable):

Minimum Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare/NVQ. 2 years of experience working in a residential setting with children/young people. Working knowledge of residential childcare practices. Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection practices. Knowledge of key working with children. Proficiency in Ofsted regulations and the Children's Act 2015.

Benefits:

Comprehensive training opportunities, including discounted NVQ Level 3 and 5 programs Supportive work environment with regular reflective supervisions. Mandatory training provided. Exciting career advancement prospects. 28 days of annual leave entitlement.

Recruitment Process:

Our recruitment process is designed to maintain a safe workforce with rigorous vetting procedures. Successful applicants will be subject to reference checks and enhanced DBS clearance.

Care 2 Care Children's Home is committed to promoting equality and diversity within our workforce, reflecting the diversity of the children and young people in our care.

Job Types:

Permanent, Full-time

If you are dedicated, compassionate, and looking for an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people, we encourage you to apply for this fulfilling role as a Residential Childcare Practitioner. Join us in creating a safe and nurturing environment for those in our care.

Unqualified/ inexperienced RSW's will receive 13.25 per hour during probation, which will go upto 13.50 per hour after probation.

RSW's with qualifications/ experience will receive 14.50 per hour during probation, which will go upto 14.75 per hour after they pass probation.

Sleep ins are paid at 60.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Zero hours contract

Pay: From 13.25 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme On-site parking Referral programme Transport links
Experience:

Residential Childcare: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person