Residential Care Practitioner

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 settingAssisting with the development and implementation of care plansDriving young people to appointments, education, social events, and family contact meetingsParticipating in household tasks to maintain a welcoming home environment.Completing accurate records and reports in compliance with regulatory standardsWorking 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 OfstedFull 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 rotaTotal: 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.

How to Apply:

To learn more or to be considered for this position or to obtain further information please contact the Health & Social Care Team on 01922 725445 ext 1003 OR Option 5

Alternatively, please submit your CV to care@tudoremployment.co.uk or Register Online - https://tinyurl.com/TEAHSCREG0

Join us and be a part of a dedicated team providing care and support to young people in a meaningful and impactful way!