Residential Care Practitioner

Senior Residential Care Practitioner – Children’s Residential Home (Derby) We are currently recruiting for a Senior Residential Care Practitioner to join a 2-bedded children’s residential home in Derby, supporting young people with complex needs in a safe, structured and nurturing environment. Salary & Benefits * Salary: From £38,683.63 (increase after successful 6-month probation) * Annual leave: 360 hours per year * Structured rota and supportive team environment * Ongoing training and career progression opportunities Role Overview As a Senior Residential Care Practitioner, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day running of the home, leading shifts, and providing guidance to staff while ensuring high standards of care are maintained. Key Requirements * Must hold one of the following: * Level 4 Children, Young People & Families Practitioner * Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare * Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care * Minimum 1 year experience working in children’s residential care * Minimum 1 year experience managing or supervising a team * Strong leadership and decision-making skills * Full UK driving licence (essential) Working Pattern * Approx. 56.4 hours per week (including sleep-ins) * Shift pattern: * 08:00 start – late shift + sleep * Morning handover the following day (08:00–08:30) * 3-week rolling rota * Approx. 10 shifts per month * Includes training and team meetings (approx. 244.5 hours/month total) If you are passionate about making a difference and ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you