Senior Residential Childcare

Senior Residential Childcare Practitioner Location: Castleford Contract Type: Permanent Starting Salary: £34,812.34 Report to: Deputy Manager Accountable to: Registered Manager We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Senior Residential Childcare Practitioner to join our team in Castleford. In this rewarding role, you will provide high-quality care and support to young people who live away from their familial homes. The children and young people we care for have experienced various disruptions, including familial, foster, or placement changes, and may face emotional, behavioral, and other challenges. Our homes operate within the regulatory frameworks set out by the Children’s Homes Regulations (England), and your role will be central in delivering care that ensures the safety, wellbeing, and development of the young people in our care. Role Purpose As a Senior Residential Childcare Practitioner, you will be responsible for delivering exceptional care, building trust, and providing emotional support to young people. You will ensure their safety and wellbeing, helping them build confidence, engage in positive activities, and work towards a brighter future. Main Duties Safeguarding & Risk Management: Develop individual risk management plans and apply safeguarding principles to promote positive social interactions, healthy relationships, and trust-building. Therapeutic Care: Provide high levels of nurturing care underpinned by therapeutic parenting principles. Daily Support & Transportation: Assist young people with their daily routines, including transporting them to and from appointments, school, social events, family contacts, and other activities. Encourage Positive Engagement: Foster engagement in education, hobbies, and recreational activities. Support young people with homework and tuition. Maintain Home Environment: Ensure a safe and clean home environment, including managing domestic tasks like cleaning, cooking, and general housekeeping. Team Collaboration: Work independently and as part of a team. Participate in regular supervision, personal development plans, and relevant training. Record Keeping & Compliance: Ensure timely and accurate completion of daily/weekly reports. Adhere to company policies, procedures, and regulatory standards (e.g., Ofsted). Key Worker Duties: Act as the key worker for one or more young people, taking responsibility for assessing needs, developing care plans, and reviewing progress. Competencies & Skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Computer literacy and ability to manage reports and records efficiently. Resilience and ability to work under pressure in challenging circumstances. Ability to motivate others and remain positive in difficult situations. Strong commitment to professional development and continuous learning. Ability to lead a team in the absence of the Manager or Deputy Manager. Respect for confidentiality and privacy at all times. Qualifications & Experience Level 4 Diploma in Children’s and Young People’s Workforce (or working towards). Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a childcare or youth setting at the RCP level. Full, clean UK driving license is essential, as the role requires transporting young people to appointments, education, social events, and family contacts. Enhanced DBS check. Right to Work in the UK. Training & Development We are committed to your growth and professional development. You will be required to complete all mandatory training for the role, and your development will be supported through regular appraisals and monthly supervision reviews. Communication & Relationships Effective communication is key to working with colleagues, young people, and external agencies. Your role will require collaborative work with professionals across the organization and the wider community to support young people. How to Apply Apply with your CV and Mary will be in contact. (phone number removed)