Residential Care Practitioner
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Locations: Erith, Kent (DA8 3NT) or Abbey Wood, London (SE2 0BP)
Salary: £31,724–£34,944 per annum (£12.71–£14.00 per hour, based on a 48-hour working week)
Hours: Full-time and part-time available
Shifts: Days (8am–8pm) and nights (8pm–8am)
Job Type: Permanent opportunities
Work Location: In person
About the Role
A specialist children's residential care provider is seeking compassionate and dedicated Residential Care Practitioners to support children and young people within a nurturing, safe and structured home environment.
The successful candidates will promote emotional well-being, personal development and independence while providing consistent, trauma-informed care. They will help young people overcome challenges, build positive relationships and reach their full potential.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality residential childcare and day-to-day emotional support.
- Safeguard children and young people, following relevant policies and procedures.
- Support individuals with complex emotional, behavioural and developmental needs.
- Apply trauma-informed, child-centred approaches to care.
- Encourage positive behaviour, confidence, independence and life skills.
- Maintain accurate care records and communicate effectively with families and other professionals.
- Contribute to a stable, positive and supportive residential home.
Requirements
- Must have a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare.
- Experience in children's residential care or supporting young people is desirable.
- Understanding of safeguarding, child development, attachment and trauma.
- Patience, empathy, resilience and strong communication skills.
- Ability to remain calm when managing distressed or challenging behaviour.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Willingness to complete safer recruitment and safeguarding checks.
Salary and Benefits
- Competitive salary of £31,724–£34,944 per annum.
- Full-time and part-time opportunities, with a minimum of two 12-hour shifts per week.
- Health and wellbeing programme and employee helpline.
- Free parking and central administrative support.
- Company benefits and performance-related bonuses. xgikmsk
- Ongoing training, professional qualifications and career development.
Career Progression
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