We are looking for an experienced, motivated, and compassionate Senior Residential Childcare Practitioner to join our residential team. If you are a natural leader who is passionate about making a genuine difference in young lives, we want to hear from you.
The Role
As a Senior Residential Childcare Practitioner, you will be the driving force on the floor, supporting the House Manager in the efficient operational and day-to-day running of our residential home. You will split your time between delivering outstanding, direct care to our children and young people and managing, motivating, and supervising a dedicated team of Residential Child Care Practitioners.
This is a brilliant opportunity for an experienced practitioner looking to take the next step in their career, build their leadership skills, and work toward their SVQ 4.
Key Responsibilities
1. Leadership & Team Management
- Supervise & Support: Manage and monitor the daily work of Residential Child Care Practitioners, ensuring the highest standards of care are consistently met.
- Rota & Shift Management: Maintain staff rotas to ensure sufficient coverage in line with registration requirements.
- Be a Role Model: Act as an exemplary professional role model to both staff and young people, promoting a positive, collaborative team culture.
- Step Up: Take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the service in the absence of the House Manager.
2. Outstanding Care & Advocacy for Young People
- Promote Well-being: Ensure care meets the aims of each young person's Child's Plan, utilising GIRFEC principles and SHANARRI indicators.
- Community Integration: Encourage and support young people to participate in socially valued community activities.
- Education Advocacy: Ensure young people attend educational facilities, supporting the Alternative Curriculum and Curriculum Enrichment initiatives.
- Safeguarding: Safeguard and protect the welfare of our young people at all times.
3. Operations & Compliance
- Assist the House Manager with allocated budgets, administrative tasks, and compliance with company financial policies.
- Ensure the safety of all children, staff, and visitors by proactively managing risks and reporting hazards.
- Participate in the on-call rota and respond to emergency situations outside normal shift hours when necessary.
What We Are Looking For
- Experience: Proven experience in residential child care, with a track record of motivating, supporting, and supervising colleagues.
- Knowledge: An excellent understanding of Health and Social Care Standards, GIRFEC principles, and SHANARRI indicators.
- Qualifications & Professional Development:
- A willingness to work towards and complete SVQ 4.
- Commitment to maintaining SSSC registration requirements and participating in monthly CALM refreshers.
- Skills: Exceptional communication, strong report-writing skills (for monthly reports and care plans), and robust crisis-management abilities.
- Flexibility: Willingness to work shifts, undertake on-call duties, and support other services in times of crisis.
What We Offer
- A supportive, collaborative work environment where your voice is heard.
- Clear pathways for professional development, including fully supported training toward your SVQ 4.
- The opportunity to make a lasting, positive impact on the lives of young people.
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