Tudor Employment Agency are currently recruiting for a Senior Residential Care Practitioner for a Children’s Care Home in Solihull.
We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Senior to support children and young people in a residential care setting. Your role will focus on creating positive experiences, promoting independence, and ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
Duties will include:
* Supporting and engaging with children and young people through activities, play, cooking, and personal care
* Encouraging independence and involvement in the wider community
* Helping with education, health needs, and advocacy
* Leading and supervising a team, providing guidance and support
* Planning and managing staff shifts
* Supporting team development through supervisions and training
* Assisting with the daily running of the home and following senior management decisions
* Ensuring the home is safe and well-maintained, including health & safety checks
* Managing budgets and resources
* Keeping accurate records, writing reports, and attending meetings
* Working with external agencies and professionals
* Creating, updating, and following care plans and risk assessments
In order to be considered:
* NVQ Level 3 Children’s residential Or NVQ Level 3/4 Children, Young People & Family Practitioner
* Experience in a children's home setting
* Supervisory experience
* Passion to help nurture young people
* Be able to work shift patterns including sleep ins
* Full, UK Driving License
Benefits:
* Competitive salary
* Opportunities for personal and professional development
* Funded training
* Voucher scheme for bank holiday & festive period working
* Birthday rewards scheme
* Employee recognition rewards scheme
* Funded DBS and Update Service
* 28 Days per year annual leave
* Incremental holiday increases after 1 year
Hours of Work: 8am – 10pm (2 on / 4 off) (between 6-8 sleep in’s per month)
Salary: £28,000 per annum / sleep in’s are paid at an additional £60 per sleep