Senior Childcare Practitioner- Children's homes

🌟 Senior Childcare Practitioner – Children's Residential Home 🌟

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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 8 pm + sleep in
💰 Salary: £27,144 - £36,192 base 8-10 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 multi 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.

• 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)

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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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Click ‘Apply’ now or contact us for more details.

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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.