Job Description

Residential Practitioner - Children & Young People
Location: TS6 - Middlesborough
Salary: £12.24 - £12.87 per hour + Double Pay on Bank Holidays + 252 Hours Annual Leave
Shifts: 12-hour shifts (8am-8pm or 8pm-8am waking nights) on a 2 weeks rolling rota - Week 1 (Mon,Tue,Sat,Sun) and Week 2 (Wed,Thu,Fri)
Employment Type: Full-time - 40h

Our client is seeking dedicated Residential Practitioners to join their team, providing care and support for children and young people (aged 15-16) in a 5-bed residential service. The young people in the service may have experienced EBD (Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties), trauma, self-harm, and substance misuse.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support children and young people in line with their individual care plans.
• Work in partnership with families, social workers, and other professionals.
• Ensure a safe, nurturing, and structured environment.
• Act as a key worker and provide emotional and practical support.
• Encourage engagement in education, personal development, and community activities.
• Assist in daily household tasks and maintain a comfortable, safe home environment.
• Promote independence while providing personal care when necessary.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and contribute to service development.

Requirements:

• Experience working with children in a residential setting, particularly those with EBD and complex needs.
• Full UK driving licence (essential).
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection policies.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends, nights, and bank holidays.

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate with enhanced overtime and bank holiday pay.
• 252 hours of annual leave.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of vulnerable young people.

If you are passionate about making a difference and have the experience required, apply today to join our client's team!

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