Residential Childcare Practitioner

Residential Childcare Practitioner 📍 Cambridgeshire 💷 Starting from £26,514 per annum (£12.74ph) 📄 Permanent | Full-Time (40 hours per week) About the Role We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for multiple permanent Residential Childcare Practitioner opportunities based in Cambridgeshire. This is a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people in a residential care setting, helping them develop the skills, confidence, and emotional resilience needed to move positively into adulthood. As part of a dedicated care team, you will play a vital role in safeguarding children and providing high-quality care, support, and guidance within a nurturing and safe home environment. The role operates on a rolling rota basis and includes weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-in duties. Key Responsibilities * Provide high standards of care, protection, and emotional support to children and young people * Safeguard children from harm, abuse, neglect, and exploitation * Build positive and constructive relationships with young people through effective role modelling * Support children with education, activities, routines, and life skills development * Act as a Key Worker, maintaining accurate and up-to-date records * Participate in care planning, risk assessments, reviews, and planning meetings * Support children with emotional regulation and restorative practice approaches * Work collaboratively with external agencies and professionals * Maintain the home to a high standard and contribute positively to team culture * Work flexibly across homes where required to support service needs * Undertake sleep-ins and lead shifts when necessary Essential Requirements ✅ NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (Children & Young People) or equivalent transferable qualification (mandatory) ✅ Full UK Driving Licence What We’re Looking For We are seeking caring, committed, and resilient individuals who are passionate about making a positive difference in young people’s lives. You should be able to: * Thrive in a collaborative, team-focused environment * Stay calm, confident, and solution-focused in challenging situations * Build positive, trusting relationships while maintaining clear and consistent boundaries * Show empathy, resilience, professionalism, and a genuine passion for supporting young people * Adapt confidently to changing situations and the evolving needs of the home and children in your care Staff Benefits * Perkbox * Medicash, * Extra holiday after 2 years of service Co * Company sick pay after probation * Staff events 📅 Closing Date: 12th June 2026 If you are passionate about supporting children and young people to achieve positive outcomes and want to be part of a supportive residential care team, we would love to hear from you