Senior Childcare Practitioner - Children's Home
- Oldham, Greater Manchester
- £41,184 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
🏡 Provision: Children’s Residential Home (Ages 7-17, EBD & Mild Learning Difficulties)
⏳ Hours: Various on 36hour or 48hour contract
💰 Salary: £27,144 - £36,192 base 8-10 sleep-ins/month (£52 per sleep)
💰 Potential take-home: Up to £41,184 per annum🔹 About the RoleAre 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?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 4 Children, Young People and Families Practitioner or Level 3 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 and or YPs📌 Key Responsibilities🔹 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🎁 Why Join This Organisation?🚀 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📩 How to ApplyIf you’re passionate about making a difference in young people’s lives, we’d love to hear from you!👉 Click ‘Apply’ now or contact us for more details.📞 Call Sam:
📧 Email: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.