Senior Support Worker - Hartlepool
Brook Street
Job Description Senior Therapeutic Child Care Practitioner
Location: Hartlepool - Based in a Residential Childcare Setting
Salary: £30,014.40 per annum (£15.60/hour) + sleep-ins, mileage, and overtime (paid at time and a half)
Full-time | Permanent | Includes sleep-ins & shift work
Are you passionate about making a real and lasting difference in the lives of children and young people? Do you have the experience and leadership skills to provide therapeutic care and guide a team within a residential childcare setting? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Therapeutic Child Care Practitioner to join a dedicated and supportive team in a well-established residential children's service.
About the Role
As a Senior Practitioner, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the physical, emotional, and psychological well-being of the children in your care. You will lead by example, provide structure and consistency, and work closely with families, professionals, and your team to deliver the highest standards of care.
You'll also be responsible for mentoring staff, deputising in the absence of management, and contributing to the effective delivery of care plans, safeguarding practices, and personal development programmes for young people.
Key ResponsibilitiesLead and supervise a small team to implement daily care plansAct as a positive role model and promote high standards of professional practiceTake responsibility for key working duties, including care planning and progress reportingEnsure medication administration, health plans, and safeguarding procedures are followedContribute to reviews, care assessments, and liaise with external agenciesSupport the promotion of education, well-being, and identity in young peopleMaintain effective risk assessments and support behavioural management plansEngage in recreational and community activities with childrenContribute to the upkeep and safe operation of the home
Location: Hartlepool - Based in a Residential Childcare Setting
Salary: £30,014.40 per annum (£15.60/hour) + sleep-ins, mileage, and overtime (paid at time and a half)
Full-time | Permanent | Includes sleep-ins & shift work
Are you passionate about making a real and lasting difference in the lives of children and young people? Do you have the experience and leadership skills to provide therapeutic care and guide a team within a residential childcare setting? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Therapeutic Child Care Practitioner to join a dedicated and supportive team in a well-established residential children's service.
About the Role
As a Senior Practitioner, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the physical, emotional, and psychological well-being of the children in your care. You will lead by example, provide structure and consistency, and work closely with families, professionals, and your team to deliver the highest standards of care.
You'll also be responsible for mentoring staff, deputising in the absence of management, and contributing to the effective delivery of care plans, safeguarding practices, and personal development programmes for young people.
Key ResponsibilitiesLead and supervise a small team to implement daily care plansAct as a positive role model and promote high standards of professional practiceTake responsibility for key working duties, including care planning and progress reportingEnsure medication administration, health plans, and safeguarding procedures are followedContribute to reviews, care assessments, and liaise with external agenciesSupport the promotion of education, well-being, and identity in young peopleMaintain effective risk assessments and support behavioural management plansEngage in recreational and community activities with childrenContribute to the upkeep and safe operation of the home
What We're Looking For
Essential:
Desirable:
Recognised Social Work QualificationExperience engaging with young people with complex emotional needsFamiliarity with therapeutic care approaches and multi-agency collaborationWhat's in It for You
Competitive salary and enhanced overtime ratesPaid mileage and sleep-insExcellent training and development opportunitiesSupportive and inclusive team environmentOpportunity to make a genuine difference in young lives
Apply Now
If you're ready to take the next step in your childcare career and join a passionate, child-focused team, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your CV today to be considered.
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