Residential Childcare Practitioner – Change Lives, Build Futures!
Location: Swinton, Manchester
Provision: Children’s Home
Service Users: Children aged 7 to 17 with Social, Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (SEBD)
Salary & Working Hours
£13.50 per hour
Contract Options: 36 or 48 hours per week
Sleep-ins: 6 to 8 sleeps per month, paid at £52 per sleep
Potential Earnings: Up to £38,688 per year
Who We’re Looking For
We’re searching for passionate and dedicated Residential Childcare Practitioners who are ready to make a real difference in young people’s lives. If you’re resilient, caring, and committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment, we’d love to hear from you!
Desirable Qualifications & Experience
Level 3 NVQ/Diploma in Residential Childcare, Social/Children’s Care, or Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards it).
Experience in SEBD, challenging behaviour, or complex needs (not elderly care).
Full UK Driving Licence (desirable but not essential).
Essential Requirements
Fluent in English: Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Minimum Age: 22 (due to children’s workforce regulations).
Why Join Us?
Competitive Pension Scheme – Secure your future.
Fully Funded CPD & Accredited Qualifications – Grow professionally, for free.
Free Meals & Snacks on Shift – Stay fuelled while you work.
Casual Dress & Flexitime – Comfort and flexibility matter.
Cycle to Work Scheme & Free Parking – Save money on travel.
Career Progression Opportunities – First access to internal promotions before external recruitment.
About the Company
Ofsted Rating: Good across all provisions.
Supportive Team: A warm, friendly, and mentoring-focused work environment.
Growth Plans: Expanding to support more children and young people.
Ethos & Values: Committed to positive outcomes for children through a nurturing and supportive environment.
Training & Development
Comprehensive Induction & Ongoing Training
Access to CPD-Certified Courses & Qualifications – Free of Charge
In-House Learning & Development Team for Continued Support
How to Apply
Are you ready to make a real impact in a young person’s life? Don’t miss this opportunity.
Click ‘Apply’ now or contact us for more details.
Call the Team: 01423 393 019
Email: job@sgscare.co.uk
Mission statement...
To help SMEs get the talent they need to help grow their businesses.
Our promise…
Deliver a Passionate Manager, at a Realistic Price, who can hit the ground running, within 21 days; allowing you to continue to build, consolidate and progress your business.
So who are we…
We help SMEs in the Children’s Service Sector, who struggle to find highly skilled and experienced Middle and Senior Management within Budget.
