Senior Residential Childcare Practitioner
Safeguard young people through risk management and promote trust, positive relationships, and safe social interactionsDeliver nurturing, therapeutic care and support daily routines, including transport to school, appointments, and family contactEncourage educational engagement and hobbies; support with tuition and homeworkMaintain a clean, safe home environment, including domestic tasks and overseeing chore rotasWork independently and as part of a team, always maintaining confidentiality and reporting concerns promptlyParticipate in supervision, training, and complete required qualifications e.g., Level 4 Diploma within set timeframesComplete all records and reports in line with policies, procedures, and deadlinesStay compliant with regulatory standards e.g., Ofsted and keep up to date with policies, legislation, and care documentationAct as key worker, leading on care planning, assessments, and reviews for assigned young peopleConduct regular supervisions with Residential Care Practitioners RCPsPerform additional tasks as directed by your Line Manager to support the home’s operation and young people’s well-being
Essential Skills / Qualifications / Experience Senior Residential Childcare Practitioner:
Working towards or completed Level 4 diploma in Children’s and Young People workforce,Current, clean UK driving licenceEnhanced DBSRight to Work in the UKMinimum 2 years’ experience in childcare or youth setting at Senior level and an understanding of the challenges young people and carers face within a residential care setting
Working Rota: 56.5 hours per week inclusive of sleeps 08:00-23:00 plus sleep and half an hour handover the next day 08:00-08:30Shifts are based on a 3-week rolling rota working alongside co-worker, averaging at 10 shifts per month, equates to 244.5 hours per month.In order to be considered for the Senior Residential Childcare Practitioner or to obtain further information please contact the Health & Social Care Team on 01922 725445 option 5 or ext 1004 or email care@tudoremployment.co.uk Quoting Ref: TEACARSLSRCP/17Alternatively, please submit your CV to care@tudoremployment.co.uk or Register Online - https://tinyurl.com/TEAHSCREG0