Residential Childcare Practitioner

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Full timePart time
Location: Whitburn
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Job offered by: Randstad Staffing
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Are you passionate about helping young people thrive in the face of life's challenges? We are looking for dedicated Children's Residential Practitioners to join a celebrated and innovative children's residential provider in West Lothian. In this role, you'll create a nurturing and supportive environment where young people can develop life skills, build confidence, and foster resilience. Shift Patterns:

Full-Time (3 x 24-Hour Rotations), Part-Time (12-Hour Day Shifts), Part-Time Shift Pattern (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 wanted a job where you could truly change a young person's life? If so, this could be the opportunity for you. Please apply today! For more information or confidential discussion please get in touch - or call 0330 02487 775

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