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Residential Practitioner

Job Description - Residential Practitioner

Job Title: Residential Practitioner
Salary: £27,711 - £30,060 (pro rata) + weekend/night enhancements & sleep-in allowance
Contract: Permanent | Hours: Various (full-time, part-time, waking nights)
Location: Children’s Homes across Leeds
Summary:
Leeds City Council is looking for compassionate Residential Practitioners to support children and young people in residential care. You'll help them grow into confident, independent adults by providing day-to-day care, building trusting relationships, and supporting emotional, educational, and developmental needs.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Deliver safe, nurturing care and promote personal development
  • Act as a key worker, implementing care and support plans
  • Support with education, health, and social engagement
  • Manage challenging behaviour sensitively and restoratively
  • Work collaboratively with families and professionals
  • Perform personal care where necessary
  • Keep accurate, GDPR-compliant records
Requirements:
  • Level 3 Diploma in Residential Child Care (or willingness to complete – funded by employer)
  • Recent experience with vulnerable children/young people
  • Strong communication, empathy, and teamwork skills
  • Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-ins
  • Good literacy, numeracy, and basic IT skills
What We Offer:
  • Competitive salary with enhancements
  • Generous leave and pension scheme
  • Funded qualifications and ongoing professional development
  • Staff benefits to support wellbeing and cost of living
  • Inclusive, supportive working culture
Additional Info:
  • DBS check required
  • Must have right to work in the UK
  • Role subject to 6-month probation
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