Residential Child Care Practitioner- Reading
Are you a passionate Residential Child Care looking for your next role? 4Recruitment Services are currently recruiting for a Residential Child Care to work in children and young people homes based in Reading.
Hourly Rate: £13.26 - £16.70 per hour
Information the Role
37 hours per week. Shift pattern includes:
* 7:00am - 3:00pm
* 2:00pm - 10:00pm
* Working every other weekend
* Sleep-in duties required
We are excited to be recruiting Residential Child Care Practitioners to join a brand-new service supporting children and young people in Reading.
You will be part of a dedicated team across three homes:
* A therapeutic home (up to 2 children, aged 11-17, SEMH)
* An assessment home (up to 4 children, aged 12-17, EBD)
* A mid/long-term home (up to 4 children, aged 12-17, EBD)
This is a rewarding opportunity to support children with social, emotional and behavioural needs in a trauma-informed, person-centred environment, helping them build confidence, resilience, and life skills.
Key Responsibilities
* Building positive, trusting relationships with children and young people
* Supporting emotional, social and behavioural development
* Acting as a key worker and contributing to care/placement plans
* Promoting safeguarding and child protection at all times
* Supporting education, activities, and daily routines
* Managing behaviours positively and consistently
* Working collaboratively with families, social workers and professionals
* Maintaining accurate records and contributing to reviews and meetings
What We're Looking For
Essential Experience & Skills
* Experience working with children and young people
* Knowledge of good practice within residential children's homes
* Willingness to complete Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
* Full UK driving licence
* Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships
* Resilience and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
* Enhanced DBS Adult & Children Checks
Desirable
* NVQ Level 3 / Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
* Registered on the DBS Update Service
* Experience with SEMH, EBD or challenging behaviour
* Experience in residential care settings
Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer.
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