Derby, Derbyshire, East Midlands, England
£35000 - £40000 per annum
Expiry date: 15 Apr 2026
Start date: 15 Jan 2026
Children’s Homes
Residential Care Practitioner 📍 Derby
💷 Salary: Starts at £35,809.49 per annum (with increase following successful 6-month probation)
🕒 Full-time | Residential Shifts with Sleeps
🏠 Working across 3 Children’s Residential Homes
We are recruiting Residential Care Practitioners to join our children’s residential services in Derby. This role is ideal for individuals with experience in children’s residential care or youth work who are passionate about supporting young people in a safe, structured, and nurturing environment.
The Role As a Residential Care Practitioner, you will:
* Provide high-quality, child-centred care to young people
* Support daily routines, education, appointments, and social activities
* Promote safeguarding, structure, and positive outcomes
* Work alongside Senior Practitioners to maintain consistent standards of care
* Assist with care planning, risk assessments, and daily record keeping
* Transport young people to appointments, education, and family contact (driving required)
* Contribute to a positive and supportive home environment
Hours & Shift Pattern
* 56.5 hours per week, inclusive of sleep-ins
* Shifts: 08:00 – 23:00, sleep-in, plus 08:00 – 08:30 handover the following day
* 3-week rolling rota, working alongside a Senior Practitioner
* Average 10 shifts per month, equating to 244.5 hours per month
About You We are looking for candidates who:
* Have at least 1 year’s experience in children’s residential care or youth work
* Hold a relevant qualification in Children’s Residential Care
* Have a full UK driving licence (essential)
* Are reliable, resilient, and committed to supporting young people
* Can work effectively as part of a team within a rota-based environment
What’s on Offer
* Starting salary of £35,809.49, with an increase after probation
* Opportunity to work across multiple homes with consistent support
* Structured rota and stable working pattern
* Supportive leadership and experienced senior staff
Apply Now 📩 Email your CV to: oliver@healthrecruitnetwork.co.uk
📞 Or call: 020 3854 0307 020 3854 0307 for a confidential discussion
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