Care Practitioner / Support Worker Salary: £26,000 per annum Location: West Bromwich At RMSK Care Ltd, we are dedicated to improving the day-to-day lives of young people. We are currently seeking a dedicated and nurturing Therapeutic Residential Support Worker to join our team. As a Care Practitioner, you will build meaningful relationships with the young people in our care, supporting them to thrive and reach their full potential. You will serve as a positive role model, helping to maintain boundaries that ensure their safety while addressing their emotional and developmental needs. In this role, you will play a key part in creating a warm and nurturing environment for our children, closely collaborating with the Registered Manager, Deputy, and Senior Care Practitioners to manage and develop our home in line with our ethos and policies. Our team is committed to stability and positive change for the children we support, and your involvement will be vital to this mission. Key Responsibilities: Build trusting relationships with the young people and support their emotional and developmental needs. Collaborate with the management team to ensure the home operates in accordance with its statement of purpose and company policies and procedures. Maintain up-to-date documentation, including risk assessments, care plans, and safety plans, while observing safeguarding practices. Actively participate in case conferences and planning meetings, ensuring the children’s voices are heard. Assist in training and supporting staff to create a trauma-informed approach to care. Work collaboratively with the team to promote high standards of childcare practice. Ideal Candidate: Demonstrates a commitment to the wellbeing of children and the ethos of our home. Possesses a full UK driving licence held for at least 12 months. Exhibits resilience, a positive attitude, and a good sense of humour. Appreciates the impact of early childhood trauma on child development (not essential). Works effectively as part of a team while being accountable for individual responsibilities. Is keen to acquire training in therapeutic practices such as PACE and PRICE. Benefits On Offer: Competitive base salary of £26,000, with potential earnings up to £32,400 depending on attendance and additional responsibilities. Attendance bonus of up to £1,200 per year, paid quarterly. Sleep-in rates of £50 per night, with a minimum of two per week. Ongoing professional development and funding for your Level 3/4 residential childcare qualification. 31 days of holiday per annum. Meals provided during work hours. Opportunity to participate in a recommend-a-friend scheme with bonuses. RMSK Care Ltd is a privately-run organisation that believes every child deserves to live in a loving and caring environment, irrespective of their background. We are committed to the continuous training and development of our staff, ensuring they have the necessary skills to support the diverse needs of our young people. To ensure our teams are representative of the diverse backgrounds of the children we care for, we welcome applications from candidates of all walks of life. If you believe you are the right fit for this role, please submit your CV now. Join us in making a difference in the lives of young people