Residential Care Practitioner Derby Location: Childrens Residential Homes across 3 homes
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Starting Salary: £37,275.89 (increasing after 6-month probation)
Are you an experienced childcare professional passionate about shaping young lives? We are looking for 7 Residential Care Practitioners to join our supportive team in Derby, delivering care across three childrens homes. In this role, you will help create a safe, nurturing environment that supports children and young people to thrive.
The Role As a Residential Care Practitioner, youll work closely with senior colleagues to provide high-quality care to children with emotional, behavioural, or developmental needs.
You will:
Deliver safe, structured, and nurturing care for children and young people
Support children in daily routines and activities
Participate in care planning, risk assessments, and team meetings
Attend training and development sessions to enhance your skills
Build positive, trusting relationships that promote emotional wellbeing and independence
What Were Looking For Minimum 1 years experience in childrens residential care or youth work (experience with EBD advantageous)
Relevant childcare qualification (as per regulatory requirements)
Full UK driving licence (essential)
Passion, resilience, and commitment to improving young lives
Working Pattern Full-time role: 56.5 hours per week (including sleep-ins)
Shift pattern: xxuwjjq 08:00 23:00 plus sleep-in and 08:0008:30 handover the following day
3-week rolling rota, averaging 10 shifts per month
Total monthly hours including training and meetings: approx. 244.5
Benefits Competitive salary with progression after probation
Generous annual leave: 360 hours per year
Structured rota offering consistency and work-life balance
Ongoing training and professional development