Do you have a passion for supporting young people to overcome life's challenges and reach their full potential?We are seeking dedicated Children's Residential Practitioners to join a highly regarded and forward-thinking children's residential provider in East Lothian. In this role, you will help create a safe, nurturing environment where young people can build life skills, grow in confidence, and develop resilience.Shift Patterns Available:Full-Time (3 x 24-Hour Rotations)Part-Time (12-Hour Day Shifts)Part-Time (6-Hour Split Shifts)Benefits:£30,772 - £37,021 including sleepover allowanceSleepover BenefitEmployee Assistance ProgrammeEnhanced Annual LeaveCareer progression opportunitiesCALM theory and practical trainingAccess to a range of specialist online trainingFree meals on shiftPension SchemeCompany vehicle to use on shiftResponsibilities:Working with Children and Young People who have a range of support needs - emotional, behavioural difficulties, family breakdown, disabilitiesSupport 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 settingsFollow 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 experiencesTo be considered for the Residential Practitioner role, ideally you will have:HNC/SVQ Children & Young People or equivalent - DesirableOpen to speaking with candidates who have over 1-2 years children's residential or similar experience of working with Children and Young PeopleClean Driving LicenseAble to work unsocial hours including weekends (rota basis)Have you ever dreamed of a role where you can make a real difference in a young person's life? If so, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for... Please apply today....Or more information or confidential discussion please get in touch - Rebecca - or call 01312400887.Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.PandoLogic. Keywords: Child Care Worker, Location: Bathgate, SCT - EH48 2FU
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Residential Childcare Worker