đź“Ť Seghill, Cramlington (NE23)
👥 Supporting children aged 7–17 with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and Mild Learning Difficulties
Are you an experienced and passionate Residential Childcare Practitioner ready to take the next step in your career? This is your chance to join a supportive, growing organisation that truly invests in its people and puts the outcomes of children and young people at the heart of everything it does.
Provide high-quality, consistent care and support to children aged 7 to 17
Work closely with your team to create a nurturing, safe, and structured environment
Support young people with complex emotional and behavioural needs
Promote positive routines, independence, and emotional well-being
Be a positive role model and help young people thrive
Hours 8am – 8pm shifts
Contract Options 36, 40 or 48 hours per week
Sleep-ins 8–10 per month (as per rota)
Hourly Rate ÂŁ14.50
Sleep-in Rate ÂŁ52 per night
Overtime and additional shifts available
A well-established, family-run children’s residential care provider
Operates 5 to 10 homes across the North East and North West
Offers a wraparound approach with residential care, therapeutic support, supported living, and education
Holds Good Ofsted ratings across all homes, with a strong focus on achieving Outstanding
Currently expanding to support even more young people across the region
Core Values: Compassionate. Child-Centred. Committed to positive outcomes.
This organisation is known for promoting from within. You'll benefit from:
Clear career progression routes to Deputy Manager, Registered Manager, and Regional Management roles
A comprehensive Training Academy for continued professional development
Fully supported induction and mentorship throughout your journey
Access to excellent health & wellbeing support
Discounted gym memberships
Company pension scheme with auto-enrolment
Additional annual leave after 2 and 5 years of service
Regular team recognition and celebration events
âś… Essential Requirements:
Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent recognised Level 3 qualification)
Experience working in residential childcare or a related field
Full UK driving licence
Minimum age: 21 (in line with Ofsted requirements)
🎯 Desirable:
Experience supporting children with complex emotional needs
A calm, consistent, and nurturing approach
If you’re passionate about supporting children and young people to reach their full potential and are looking to develop your career in a supportive and rewarding environment, we’d love to hear from you.
đź“ž Contact Sam for more info or a confidential chat:
T: 01423 393 019
E: samuel@sgscare.co.uk
Or simply click Apply Now to start your journey.
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.
