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Residential childcare practitioner

Auchterarder
Greenleaf Ltd
Childcare practitioner
Posted: 17h ago
Offer description

We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Practitioner to join our team at Greenleaf House, Auchterarder, Perth and Kinross. The role involves delivering high‑standard, trauma‑informed care to young people in a small residential setting.


Role Overview

You will work as part of a core care team to provide consistent, therapeutic support to young people aged 16‑21. Your responsibilities include safeguarding, maintaining a safe environment, supporting daily routines, and contributing to therapeutic programmes.


Key Responsibilities

* Provide daily care and support to young people in accordance with policies and procedures.
* Contribute to the assessment process and delivery of support programmes.
* Attend planning and review meetings and participate in a key person system.
* Implement de‑escalation and crisis intervention strategies as required.
* Promote young people’s participation, structure, boundaries and routine.
* Achieve quality recording of information in line with policy and regulation.
* Work within a shift system including sleepovers and long hours.
* Undertake health and safety checks and other safety and security checks.
* Participate in ongoing training and undertake personal development.


Minimum Qualifications

* Experience working in a residential children’s home.
* Eligibility for SSSC registration and PVG membership.
* Full UK manual driving licence.
* Willingness to work towards SVQ 3 and HNC in social care or equivalent.
* Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
* Understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
* Ability to work shifts including evenings, sleepovers and weekends.


Benefits

* Salary £33,208 – £35,523 OTE plus overtime.
* 29 days holiday entitlement plus additional annual leave related to length of service.
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) with a 24/7 wellbeing line and free counselling.
* Health Cash Plan including dental, optical, physio therapies and 24/7 GP helpline.
* Greenleaf For You platform offering discounts and savings.
* Aspiring Leaders Programme to develop career progression.
* Pension scheme with Nest Pensions.
* Complementary meals while on shift.
* Casual dress code.

To apply, email your CV and cover letter to greenleafhouse.co.uk or contact Greenleaf House Recruitment Team.

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