Do you have a passion for supporting young people to overcome life's challenges and reach their full potential?
We are seeking dedicated Children's Residential Practitioners to join a highly regarded and forward-thinking children's residential provider in East Lothian. In this role, you will help create a safe, nurturing environment where young people can build life skills, grow in confidence, and develop resilience.
Shift Patterns Available:
- Full-Time (3 x 24-Hour Rotations)
- Part-Time (12-Hour Day Shifts)
- Part-Time (6-Hour Split Shifts)
Benefits:
- £30,772 - £37,021 including sleepover allowance
- Sleepover Benefit
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Enhanced Annual Leave
- Career progression opportunities
- CALM theory and practical training
- Access to a range of specialist online training
- Free meals on shift
- Pension Scheme
- Company vehicle to use on shift
Responsibilities:
- Working with Children and Young People who have a range of support needs - emotional, behavioural difficulties, family breakdown, disabilities
- Support children in managing their behaviour, offering guidance and techniques to handle emotional outbursts or difficult situations.
- Encourage participation in hobbies and interests to develop social and life skills.
- Encourage and assist with educational activities and attendance at school or other educational settings
- Follow and contribute to individual care plans for each child, ensuring that the child's needs and preferences are respected.
- Work as part of a team of care staff, sharing information and providing support to colleagues.
- Offer emotional stability and support to children who may be struggling with their past experiences
To be considered for the Residential Practitioner role, ideally you will have:
- HNC/SVQ Children & Young People or equivalent - Desirable
- Open to speaking with candidates who have over 1-2 years children's residential or similar experience of working with Children and Young People
- Clean Driving License
- Able to work unsocial hours including weekends (rota basis)
Have you ever dreamed of a role where you can make a real difference in a young person's life? If so, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for… Please apply today….Or more information or confidential discussion please get in touch - Yolandi - 0131 240 0887
