WE'RE RECRUITING: SENIOR RESIDENTIAL CARE PRACTITIONERS ? ? Macclesfield (SK11 7GD) & Buxton (SK17 0TG) £14.85 per hour | £37,509 per annum (qualified) 173 contracted hours per month Minimum 8 sleep-ins per month included in the qualified salary
Are you an experienced care professional who wants to take the next step in their career and make a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people? We're recruiting Senior Residential Care Practitioners to join the fantastic team at Esland , an established and respected provider of specialist residential childcare. This is an opportunity to be part of a team that puts young people first, creating safe, nurturing environments where they can develop, achieve and build brighter futures.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Senior Residential Care Practitioner, you'll play an important role in the day-to-day running of the home, providing high-quality care, guidance and support to young people who may have experienced challenging circumstances. You'll lead by example, build positive and trusting relationships and help create an environment where every young person feels safe, valued and supported.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:
- Providing consistent, high-quality residential care and emotional support.
- Promoting safeguarding and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of young people at all times.
- Supporting the development and implementation of individual care plans and risk assessments.
- Building positive relationships with young people, families and external professionals.
- Supporting young people's education, social development and independence.
- Taking on key-worker responsibilities and ensuring young people's voices are heard.
- Maintaining accurate records, completing handovers and communicating effectively with colleagues.
- Administering and recording medication in line with policies and procedures.
- Taking responsibility for leading shifts and supporting the wider residential care team.
- Creating a positive home environment, including supporting everyday routines, activities and nutritious meals.
WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
- Previous experience working in a care-related environment.
- Experience supporting vulnerable individuals, children or young people.
- A genuine passion for improving the lives and outcomes of others.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- The confidence to take responsibility and lead by example.
- A flexible approach to working shifts, including sleep-ins.
- A full UK driving licence – essential.
- A Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare for the advertised qualified salary.
- Experience doesn't necessarily need to come exclusively from children's residential care. Backgrounds in elderly care, learning disabilities, nurseries, schools, mentoring and other care environments are also welcomed.
WHY JOIN ESLAND?
Esland has over 20 residential children's homes and a long-standing reputation for delivering specialist care and support. Their approach is built around four core values:
- Boldness: Having the confidence to speak up and do what's right.
- Curiosity: Always looking for ways to improve outcomes.
- Kindness: Treating everyone with compassion and respect.
- Fun: Creating positive environments where young people and staff can thrive.
You'll be joining an organisation that recognises the value of its employees and is committed to delivering the best possible outcomes for the young people in its care.
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