Job Description

Residential Childcare Practitioner
Southampton | £26,918-£34,616 (incl. £5,000 Market Supplement) | 37 hrs/week, Permanent

Are you ready to make a lasting impact in a child's life? Join our secure residential care team, rated Outstanding by Ofsted, as a Residential Childcare Practitioner supporting up to ten children with complex mental health, behavioural, and attachment needs.

As a Residential Childcare Practitioner, you'll work in a structured, therapeutic setting that helps vulnerable young people feel safe, supported, and empowered. You'll act as a trusted role model, build secure relationships, and support recovery from trauma with empathy and consistency.

What You'll Do:

• Be a therapeutic parent and positive influence
• Collaborate with education and wellbeing teams
• Lead structured, enriching activities
• Work flexible shifts incl. weekends, early/late, and sleep-ins
• Receive full induction and ongoing training

What We're Looking For:

• Passion for working with children and young people
• Emotional resilience, patience, and physical capability
• Experience in residential or secure settings (preferred)

Why Join Us?

• Enhancements for evenings/weekends
• Career development and training
• Supportive team environment
• Up to 33 days leave + public holidays

Take the next step in a meaningful career as a Residential Childcare Practitioner. Apply today and help shape brighter futures.

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