Therapeutic Support Practitioner - Wolverhampton, West Midlands (County) - CV-Library

Description

Job Title: Therapeutic Support Practitioner

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Therapeutic Support Practitioner to join our dynamic team at our children's and young people learning disabilities home in Wolverhampton.

About the Role

You will work alongside experienced practitioners and leaders to offer and deliver nurturing care and support for children and young people who have learning disabilities, autism and associated complex needs.

Your Responsibilities

• Provide outstanding care to children while applying their individual care plans
• Taking the children on activities
• Liaising with families and professionals to ensure the best possible care is being provided and carried out
• Taking a proactive approach in supporting the children with attending and engaging in their education
• Maintaining accurate records of the child's day, including any incidents that may occur
• Carrying out general housekeeping duties, including cooking, cleaning, and completing health and safety checks
• Applying safeguarding knowledge to ensure the safety and wellbeing of everyone in the home

What We Are Looking For

• QCF Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People or equivalent (highly desirable)
• Experience in a children's home setting or working with young people who have learning disabilities and additional needs (essential)
• Supervisory experience (essential)
• Passion to help nurture young people (essential)
• Ability to work shift patterns including sleep ins (essential)
• Full, UK driving licence (essential)

What We Offer

• A highly competitive salary ranging from £23,000 - £26,000, dependent on skills, experience, and qualifications
• Additional payments for sleep-in shifts of £65.00 per sleep-in shift
• A noncontractual bonus scheme of up to £850.00 per year, based on individual performance indicators and the performance of the home and the outcomes of the children
• Enrolment onto the fully funded QCF level 3 & 4 in children and young people's residential home's qualification
• A condensed rota pattern, consisting of 3 days on and 3 days off
• Robust and comprehensive paid induction, and continued training and development within each role
• Support and progression opportunities within the home and the provider as they continue to grow within the sector
• Monthly recognition awards
• Blue light card cost covered
• Enrolment into the company pension scheme

Benefits

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Free parking

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference to a child's life.