Children’s Childcare Practitioner

Children's Childcare Practitioner focuses on support children and young people aged 12–17, helping them feel safe, valued, and empowered to reach their potential.

What the role involves

• Support children and young people aged 12–17, helping them feel safe, valued, and empowered to reach their potential.
• Supporting day-to-day care in a safe, nurturing, and homely environment.
• Meet each child’s physical, emotional, social, and educational needs.
• Build trusting relationships to support personal development.
• Provide positive experiences that build confidence and resilience.
• Respond calmly and safely in challenging situations.

Confirmed role details

• Our structured salary framework reflects your experience, qualifications, and progression, ensuring you are fairly rewarded.
• We provide clear pathways to help you develop your skills and progress into senior and leadership roles.
• We offer a range of benefits to support your physical health, mental wellbeing, and work-life balance.

Candidate fit

• Level 3 Diploma in Children’s Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards).
• Passion for supporting young people, including those with challenging behaviours.
• A genuine desire to make a positive difference.

Additional role context

• For over 25 years, we’ve been a leading force in social care, helping children and young people thrive.
• Be part of a collaborative, inclusive culture with strong leadership, regular supervision, and ongoing support to help you succeed.
• Build a career with purpose, helping shape brighter futures for young people.