Residential Practitioner - Unqualified

Job Title: Residential Practitioner

Location: Leeds

Salary: £26,421.00 - £28,770.00 (pro rata for part-time)

Potential Earnings: £29,817 - £32,419 (including enhancements)

About You

As a Residential Practitioner, you will bring:

• A good standard of literacy and numeracy, with basic computer literacy.
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Child Care (or equivalent), or the commitment to achieve the qualification within a reasonable period (course fees paid by us).
• Recent experience supporting children or young people with emotional or behavioural challenges (this can come from employment, volunteering, student placements, or personal life).
• Excellent communication and listening skills, teamwork, and emotional intelligence.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends, bank holidays, and nights.

About The Role

As a Residential Practitioner based in one of our children's homes, you'll be part of a supportive team that prioritizes your wellbeing and professional development.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Creating a safe and caring living environment for children and young people.
• Building positive, trusting relationships with individuals in your care.
• Responding to each child's individual needs and nurturing their personal development, education, and wider learning.

There's no greater job satisfaction than witnessing the daily impact you make on the lives of children and young people.

Salary And Benefits

• Basic Salary: £26,421.00, rising incrementally to £28,770.00 (pro rata for part-time).
• Enhancements: Additional payment for unsocial hours, including sleeping-in duties.
• Weekend Working: Time and a half for weekend shifts (if applicable).
• Potential Earnings: With enhancements, your salary can range from £29,817 to £32,419 based on full-time hours.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and generous enhancements.
• Full support for your professional growth, including the opportunity to gain relevant qualifications.
• The chance to make a real, positive impact on the lives of children and young people.

If you're passionate about improving the lives of children and young people and meet the criteria above, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now and start your rewarding journey with us!

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