Job Description
Are you passionate about helping young people thrive in the face of life's challenges?
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people? We're looking for dedicated Children's Residential Practitioners to join a Children's Secure Service close to the Aberdeen area, supporting 12-18-year-olds with complex needs and challenging behaviours. In this role, you'll create a nurturing and supportive environment where young people can develop life skills, build confidence, and foster resilience.
Shift Patterns: 1 long day, 2 days off - 7am until 10pm (opportunity to pick up extra shifts over and above pattern)
Benefits:
* £22 per hour umbrella
* Dedicated Consultant - one point of contact
* Keep your training up to date by accessing our e-learning online portal
* Two payroll runs
* Access to Happi app - Gives you discounts on cinema tickets, coffee, your weekly shop and more...
* Receive up to £300 for referring a friend or colleague (ts and cs apply)
* You will have the opportunity to complete CAMHS training- supporting you with your career development
Responsibilities:
* Build positive, trusting relationships with young people, supporting their emotional and social development.
* Ensure the safety and well-being of all children and young people, adhering to safeguarding procedures.
* Implement care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour management strategies.
* Work as part of a multidisciplinary team, engaging with social workers, healthcare professionals, and other key stakeholders.
* Support young people in education, activities, and daily routines.
* Manage challenging behaviours using trauma-informed and de-escalation approaches.
* Accurately record and report on young people's progress and incidents.
To be considered for the Residential Practitioner role, ideally you will have:
* 1+ years experience of working within a children's residential setting, youth offending, mental health or secure setting
* HNC/SVQ/Youth Work qualification would be highly desirable
* Understanding of safeguarding, trauma-informed care, and behavioural management
* Ability to remain calm under pressure and effectively manage challenging situations.
Have you ever wanted a job where you could truly change a young person's life? If so, this could be the opportunity for you….Please apply today!
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Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
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