Senior Childcare Practitioner- Children's homes
Posted 3 hours 29 minutes ago by Sgscare
Location: Sunderland
Provision: Children's Residential Home (Ages 7-17, EBD & Mild Learning Difficulties)
Hours: 8 am to 8 pm and Occasional 8 am to 8pm + sleep in
Salary: £27,144 - £36,192 base8-10 sleep-ins/month (£52 per sleep)
Potential take-home: Up to £41,184 per annum
Are you an experienced Residential Support Worker looking to take the next step in your career? Or are you already a Senior Practitioner seeking a new challenge?
There are currently 5 vacancies across multip homes in Sunderland.
As a Senior Childcare Practitioner, you will play a vital role in supporting children and young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and Mild Learning Difficulties (MLD). You will be a role model, mentor, and key worker, ensuring the best possible care and outcomes for the children.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established and growing organisation with a strong Ofsted "Good" track record and a commitment to achieving Outstanding ratings.
What We're Looking For- Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent - see below)
- Experience working with children in residential care or similar settings
- Ability to manage challenging behaviours and create a nurturing environment
- Full UK Driving Licence (Essential)
- Fluency in English (with the ability to understand UK dialects)
- Minimum Age: 22/23 (in line with regulatory requirements)
Alternative Qualifications Considered:
If you hold a Level 3 Diploma in Adult Social Care, we will consider your application if you can demonstrate experience working with children.
- Support young people with emotional and behavioural needs in a residential setting
- Act as a positive role model and key worker, helping children develop essential life skills
- Promote a nurturing and supportive environment that encourages growth and independence
- Contribute to care planning, behaviour management, and safeguarding processes
- Support less experienced staff and lead shifts as required
- Career Progression Pathway - Grow into Deputy, Registered, or Regional Manager roles
- Comprehensive Training Academy - Ongoing professional development & specialist training
- Excellent Health & Wellbeing Benefits - Including discounted gym memberships
- ️ Additional Leave - Rewarded at 2 years & 5 years of service
- Company Pension Scheme - Auto-enrolment for long term security
If you're passionate about making a difference in young people's lives, we'd love to hear from you!
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SGS Care and our client are equal opportunity employers committed to safeguarding children. Successful candidates will undergo Enhanced DBS checks and thorough reference checks in line with Safer Recruitment practices.