Children's Home Residential Practitioner (Bank Staff)

About the role

This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. This post is open to job share on an 18.5 hour a week basis.

Responsibilities

• deliver high-quality, personalised care
• use trauma-informed approaches to support emotional healing
• encourage independence, life skills, and positive routines
• work closely with a multidisciplinary teams
• support children in education, recreation and personal growth
• respond to challenges with confidence and curiosity
• ensure the home meets safeguarding and regulatory standards

Requirements

• level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (England) or an equivalent qualification, or a commitment to achieving the Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare within two years of commencing employment at the home if you do not already have this qualification
• full driving licence and willingness to drive in the job
• Enhanced DBS (Adults & Children)
• relevant experience of working as a qualified/unqualified Residential Practitioner in a Children’s Home
• experience of completing risk assessments and risk analysis of vulnerable young people to ensure appropriate and safe risk management plans are in place

Qualifications

• level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (England) or an equivalent qualification

Skills

• passionate about helping children flourish
• empathetic, patient, and resilient
• able to build strong, trusting relationships
• good communicators and collaborative team players
• committed to reflection and professional development

Benefits

• enhanced pay
• training that builds confidence and skill
• homes built to feel safe and welcoming

Pay

£30,024 - £32,597 per annum (plus enhanced pay)

Schedule

Rotas operate over 7 days a week (Monday–Sunday). Staff typically work 2 to 3 long shifts per week, each totalling 16 hours.