Residential Practitioner
| Posting date: | 01 May 2025 |
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| Salary: | £25,000 to £30,060 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 31 May 2025 |
| Location: | Rothwell, West Yorkshire, LS26 0AA |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Brook Street |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | BBBH407965_1746096785 |
Summary
Make a Difference Every Day - Join Us as a Residential Practitioner
Full-time-Days
Location-Rothwell, Leeds
Salary & Enhancements-
£27,711, rising incrementally to £30,060 (pro rata for part-time)
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Additional enhancements for unsocial hours and sleeping-in duties
Are you ready to make a life-changing impact on children and young people in Leeds? We're seeking compassionate and dedicated Residential Practitioners to join our outstanding children's service - professionals who are committed to helping young people grow into confident, independent adults.
About the Role
You'll be part of a supportive team that prioritises your well-being and personal development. You'll help create a stable, nurturing environment and play a key role in each child's journey to a brighter future.
Your responsibilities will include:
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Creating a safe, caring and supportive living environment
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Building positive, trusting relationships with children and young people
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Supporting personal development, education, and life skills
You'll experience immense job satisfaction as you help children overcome challenges, build resilience, and realise their full potential.
What You'll BringTo succeed in this role, you'll need:
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A good standard of literacy and numeracy, with basic computer literacy
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A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Child Care (or equivalent) - or the commitment to achieving it (we cover the course fees!)
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Recent experience supporting children or young people with emotional or behavioural needs - through work, volunteering, placements, or personal life
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Excellent communication and listening skills, strong teamwork, and emotional intelligence
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Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends, bank holidays, and waking nights
We take pride in offering one of the best employee experiences in the sector. As part of our team, you'll benefit from:
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A competitive salary with additional pay for nights and weekends
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Generous annual leave entitlement, plus bank holiday allowance
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A clear career pathway and ongoing professional development, including fully funded qualifications
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Membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund with generous employer contributions
Join us - and help shape the future of Leeds, one child at a time.
This is more than a job - it's your chance to be a guiding light in a young person's life
Apply now and make a real difference
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