At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children’s development and well-being in a nurturing environment.
- Company: Join a dedicated team at an inspiring children’s home and educational setting.
- Benefits: Starting salary of £27,254 to £28,142 plus additional sleep-in payments.
- Other info: Opportunities for professional development and a supportive team culture.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Level 1 English qualification and a full UK driving licence required.
The predicted salary is between 27254 - 28142 £ per year.
Starting salary £27,254 to £28,142 (depending on experience) plus sleeping in payments (which will usually increase your annual salary by around £1,500). We are looking for a Child Care Practitioner to support our children and join the team at our inspiring dual registered children’s home and educational setting on a full-time permanent basis. Turnstone House accommodates up to 10 children, all with social, emotional and mental health complexities.
Typical duties include:
- Ensuring children are fully prepared for daily life
- Working closely with the onsite education team to support children’s learning
- Maintaining a homely feel in the house
- Planning activities for evenings, weekends and holidays
- Supporting young people with attending outside clubs and activities
- Building positive relationships with young people
- Role modelling in life skills and social interactions
- Ensuring we work towards the personal development plan for each child
You don’t need to have any previous experience to apply for a Child Care Practitioner position with us, just the desire to improve the lives of our children and to be part of a team that aspires to give them a better chance of having a happy and fulfilling future. You will work to provide a family environment, nurturing and educating children in life skills and their personal, emotional and social development.
You will need to be qualified in English Language or Literacy to a Level 1 standard and hold a full UK driving licence. Staff working in a children’s residential setting will be supported in completing a Level 3 Diploma in residential childcare, ensuring it has been completed within two years of employment.
As our home provides care and nurture for children 24 hours a day, the position involves working shifts (with occasional paid sleep ins and overtime). The shift pattern is over four weeks and is based on a 37 hour week. Due to the nature of the role you will be required to have your own transport but parking is always available on site. We have two homes within 3.5 miles of each other, providing great opportunities for shared professional development.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are dependent on a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure. Section 7(1)(a) of the SVGA 2006 states it is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. We are an equal opportunity employer with diversity and inclusion at the centre of everything we do.
CHILD CARE PRACTITIONER with Specialist Education Services employer: Specialist Education Services group
Join our dedicated team at Turnstone House, where we prioritise a nurturing and supportive environment for both our children and staff. With a strong commitment to professional development, you will have the opportunity to complete a Level 3 Diploma in residential childcare while working alongside passionate colleagues who share your desire to make a positive impact. Our inclusive work culture fosters collaboration and growth, making us an excellent employer for those looking to build a meaningful career in child care.
Contact Details:
Specialist Education Services group Recruitment Team
