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Residential Care Practitioner

Job Posted: 3 days ago

  • Salary: £ 33,551/Annum

    Job Type: Permanent

  • Location: Castleford, City and Borough of Wakefield

Expire in: 25 days

Job Description

Job Specification: Residential Care Practitioner (Children's Residential Home) Salary: Starting at £33,551.23 for senior positions, with an increase after a successful 6-month probation Hours: 56.5 hours per week (inclusive of sleep-in duties) on a 3-week rolling rota Tudor Employment Agency are looking for 3 Residential Care Practitioners to join our dedicated team in our children's residential homes in Castleford. This role involves providing care and support to young people in line with Ofsted standards, helping them achieve positive outcomes and reach their potential in a safe, nurturing environment. Key Responsibilities * Supporting the daily needs and emotional wellbeing of young people in a residential setting * Assisting with the development and implementation of care plans * Driving young people to appointments, education, social events, and family contact meetings * Participating in household tasks to maintain a welcoming home environment. * Completing accurate records and reports in compliance with regulatory standards * Working collaboratively with colleagues and external agencies Required Qualifications and Experience Essential: * Experience and knowledge of working in children's residential care or transferable skills recognised by Ofsted * Full UK driving licence (essential) * Holding or actively working towards: * Level 3 Diploma in Children’s Residential/Children’s Workforce, or level 4 Diploma in Children, Young People, and Families Practitioner (Residential) Transferable skills in related fields will be considered Working Houra * Shifts: 08:00–23:00 plus sleep-in duties and a 30-minute handover (08:00–08:30 the following day) * Average: 10 shifts per month on a 3-week rolling rota * Total: 244.5 hours per month. What We Offer * Competitive salary with performance-based increments. * Supportive working environment and opportunities for career development. * Training and qualifications to further your career in residential care
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