Title: Residential Care Practitioner - Children's Care Home
Located in Solihull
Salary of £23,000 (unqualified) to £24000 (qualified), plus sleep in's are paid at an additional £60 per sleep
Our successful Residential Support Worker will need to possess the following skills and attributes:
Previous experience in children's care home roles is essential
Full UK Manual Driving Licence
Familiarity with residential care principles is beneficial
Level 3 or 4 in Residential Child Care (Children and Young Peoples Workforce), or a willingness to work towards this
Ability to work shifts and sleep in the home overnight
Must have valid Right to Work in the UK
What do you get in return?
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
As a Residential Care Practitioner your responsibilities will include:
Working and supporting children and young people to create positive outcomes and promote independence.
Direct practical interactions with children and young people including play, activities, cooking, personal care, engaging with the wider community, supporting educational and health needs.
General house duties and maintenance
Completing health and safety checks
Budgeting
Keyworking
Advocacy
Behaviour management
Working to a high standard in line with OFSTED inspection framework requirements, Children’s Homes Regulations and the Quality Care Standards.
Engage in Planning and implementation of care plans.
Adhering to individual risk assessments.
Working in partnership with other agencies.
Report writing and attending reviews as required.
In order to be considered for this position or to obtain further information please contact the Health & Social Care Team on 01922 725445 and select option 5.
Alternatively, please submit your CV to care@tudoremployment.co.uk or Register Online -