Residential Therapeutic Childcare Practitioner

We are looking for Therapeutic Childcare Practitioners to join our dedicated teams in children's residential homes . This role involves working closely with children and young people with emotional and behavioral needs , providing support, structure, and a safe environment to help them grow and develop.

Key Responsibilities
Provide emotional and practical support to children in a residential setting
Implement therapeutic approaches to promote emotional well-being and stability
Assist children with daily routines, education, and social activities
Work as part of a team to create a safe, nurturing, and structured home environment
Maintain accurate records and contribute to individual care plans
Work closely with families, professionals, and external agencies
Support children in developing independent living skills

Requirements
Level 3 NVQ in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) is essential
Previous experience working with children in a residential setting (preferred)
Understanding of safeguarding, trauma-informed care, and child protection
Ability to build positive relationships and provide consistent, structured support
Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins

Benefits
Competitive salary with opportunities for progression
Sleep-in allowance (£55 per night)
1.25x overtime pay for public holiday
Funded training and career development opportunities
A supportive and professional team environment
Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)

If you are passionate about making a difference in children's lives and providing high-quality care, apply today!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £13.63-£14.20 per hour

Additional pay:
Loyalty bonus
Performance bonus
Benefits:
Casual dress
Discounted or free food
On-site parking
Schedule:
12 hour shift
8 hour shift
Day shift
Night shift

Ability to commute/relocate:
Greater Manchester: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:
Residential childcare: 2 years (required)
Challenging behaviour : 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:
NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: TCP