Job Title: Senior Childcare Practitioner Where you will be based: Cramlington, NE23 The Service Users: Children aged 7 to 17 with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and Mild Learning Difficulties The Company: Size of company: Medium-sized Type: Private, Family owned. Number of children’s homes in the group: 5 to 10 Other services they offer: Residential care, Educational support, Therapeutic services, Support Living Company Ofsted track record: Good across all homes and striving for Outstanding Growth Plans: Currently expanding their services to support more children and young people across The North East and North West Ethos / Values: Dedicated to providing the best possible outcomes for children, promoting a nurturing and supportive environment What does Progression look like: Opportunities for career advancement within the company, including roles such as Deputy Manager and Registered Manager and Regional Managers Working Week and Pay: Hours: Condensed shifts of two days on, four days off. Working a 48 or 36 hours contract. Sleeps: Included in the condensed shift pattern Salary: Base £27,144 OR £36,192 Approx 6 to 8 Sleeps per Month paid at £52 per sleep. Total take-home upto £41,184pa Other benefits: Excellent health and wellbeing benefits Discounted gym memberships Auto-enrolment into the Company pension scheme Additional leave at 2 years and 5 years of service Induction: An in-depth induction, welcome program, and fully supported development opportunities. Training: Access to a comprehensive Training Academy for ongoing professional development. What you will need/None-Negotiables: Qualifications: Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or Level 3 Children & Young People Workforce Diploma with social care pathway. (Level 3 Diploma in Adult social care may be considered if work experience with children can be demonstrated) Experience: Ideally experience in the Residential Children's Services sector or similar setting working with children with challenging behaviour. Driving Licence: Required Fluent in English: Speaking and also the ability to understand different UK dialects. Min Age: 22/23 How to Apply: If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people and would like to join our client's professional and dedicated team, they encourage you to apply today. To apply for this rewarding opportunity, click the apply button or contact us for more information. For more information or a confidential chat, please contact Sam at: Phone: 0113 318 0595 Email: samuel@sgscare.co.uk