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Residential Care Practitioner

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Posted 2 days ago, valid for 8 days
Location

Swadlincote, Derbyshire DE11, England

Salary

£31,012 per year

Contract type

Part Time

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  • The job involves providing care and support to children and young people with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and Learning Disabilities (LD) in a residential setting.
  • Key responsibilities include delivering child-centred care, building trusting relationships, and managing daily routines and challenging behaviors.
  • Candidates should have experience working with children or young people with EBD and/or LD, along with knowledge of safeguarding and behavior management.
  • The role requires flexibility to work shifts, including evenings and weekends, and a willingness to pursue a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare if not already obtained.
  • The salary for this position is up to £31,012, with additional benefits such as great sleep-in and overtime rates, and the expectation of working 2-3 shifts per week.

To provide consistent care, guidance, and support to children and young people with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and Learning Disabilities (LD) in a safe, nurturing residential environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver high-quality, child-centred care in line with individual care and behaviour management plans.

  • Build positive, trusting relationships that encourage growth, independence, and resilience.

  • Support with daily routines including personal care, education, recreational activities, and life skills.

  • Use de-escalation and positive behaviour management strategies to manage challenging behaviour.

  • Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people at all times.

  • Maintain accurate records, reports, and logs in line with Ofsted and organisational requirements.

  • Contribute to team meetings, care planning, and multi-agency working.

  • Help maintain a safe, structured, and homely environment.

Requirements

Person Specification

  • Experience working with children/young people with EBD and/or LD (desirable).

  • Knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and behaviour management.

  • Compassionate, resilient, and able to remain calm in challenging situations.

  • Flexible to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins (where applicable).

  • Willingness to work towards Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (if not already held).

Benefits

Upto £31,012

Great sleep in rate

Great overtime rate

2-3 shifts per week

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