Job Description

Residential Childcare Practitioner
Location: Southampton (commutable from Winchester, Eastleigh, Portsmouth, Fareham)
Salary: £26,918 - £34,616 per annum (inclusive of £5,000 Market Supplement)
Additional Pay: Enhancements for Evenings and Weekends
Hours: 37 per week
Contract Type: Permanent

Make a Difference in a Child's Life Every Day
Are you passionate about helping children overcome adversity and thrive? Join a secure residential care team recently rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted, and support up to ten children with complex mental health, behavioural, and attachment needs.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a highly structured and therapeutic setting that provides vulnerable young people with a safe and nurturing environment. As part of a dedicated and professional team, you'll help shape a better future for children who need consistent care, patience, and understanding.

What You'll Do:

• Act as a therapeutic parent and trusted role model

• Build positive, secure relationships that help children feel safe and supported

• Work closely with education and wellbeing teams on-site

• Participate in structured, fun activities that enrich both staff and children

• Help children recover from trauma with empathy, consistency, and kindness

• Work a flexible shift pattern including alternate weekends, early/late shifts, and sleep-in duties

• Receive a comprehensive induction and ongoing training to support your development

What We're Looking For:

• A genuine passion for working with children and young people

• High emotional intelligence, resilience, and patience

• Physical capability to meet the demands of the role

• Previous experience in residential, secure, or similar settings is helpful but not essential

Why Join Us?

• Structured induction programme

• Ongoing training and career development

• Supportive, highly skilled team environment

• Opportunity to make a life-changing difference

Apply today to take the next step in a meaningful and fulfilling career.