Residential Care Practitioner - Derby

Overview

Tudor Employment Agency are currently recruiting for a

Residential Care Practitioner

for our client based in Derby.Our client is a provider of care and support to children and young people who have complex mental health disorders, learning disabilities, and emotional and behavioural difficulties.Salary for

Residential Care Practitioner : £35,809 - review available after 6 monthsResponsibilities

Safeguard young people through risk management and promote trust, positive relationships, and safe social interactionsDeliver nurturing, therapeutic care and support daily routines, including transport to school, appointments, and family contactEncourage educational engagement and hobbies; support with tuition and homeworkMaintain a clean, safe home environment, including domestic tasks and overseeing chore rotasWork independently and as part of a team, always maintaining confidentiality and reporting concerns promptlyParticipate in supervision, training, and complete required qualifications (e.g., Level 4 Diploma) within set timeframesComplete all records and reports in line with policies, procedures, and deadlinesStay compliant with regulatory standards (e.g., Ofsted) and keep up to date with policies, legislation, and care documentationAct as key worker, leading on care planning, assessments, and reviews for assigned young peopleConduct regular supervisions with Residential Care Practitioners (RCPs)Perform additional tasks as directed by your Line Manager to support the home’s operation and young people’s well-beingEssential Skills / Qualifications / Experience

Working towards or completed Level 3 diploma in Children’s and Young People workforce or Level 4 ChildrenCurrent, clean UK driving licenceEnhanced DBSRight to Work in the UKOne year’s relevant experience within alternate social care setting e.g.adult LD, substance misuse support, domestic abuse or an understanding of the challenges young people and carers face within a residential care settingWorking Rota

56.5 hours per week inclusive of sleeps (08:00-23:00 plus sleep and half an hour handover the next day 08:00-08:30).The employee''s shifts are based on a 3-week rolling rota working alongside their senior co-worker, averaging at 10 shifts per month, equates to 244.5 hours per month.How to apply

In order to be considered for the

Residential Care Practitioner

or to obtain further information please contact the Health and Social Care Team on 01922 725445 option 5 or ext 1004 or email care@tudoremployment.co.uk. Quoting Ref TEASUNRCP/36Alternatively, please submit your CV to care@tudoremployment.co.uk or Register Online - ..... full job details .....