About the Role:
We are seeking a Residential Practitioner to join our dedicated Residential and Respite Services at Bradford Metropolitan District Council.
To contribute to the success and high-quality delivery of Bradford’s Residential Services by providing direct care and support to children and young people in line with their individual care plans, the home’s Statement of Purpose, and relevant legislation. The role ensures safe, nurturing, and structured environments that promote positive outcomes, with the aim of achieving and maintaining an Ofsted rating of “Good” or better.
Key Responsibilities:
- To undertake the key worker role and implement care plans, devise behaviour management plans, risk assessments and health plans with support; this ensures children are cared for consistently.
- To ensure that all children’s files are kept up-to-date and any remedial action is taken promptly. This not only ensures information held on children is accurate, it contributes to the inspection process.
- To supervise the day to day physical and emotional needs of the children in accord with Racial; Cultural; Religious; linguistic and dietary needs. This ensures children and young people are supported to go to school, enjoy leisure activities, stay healthy and also safe.
- To participate in the development of Trainee Residential Practitioners. Sharing knowledge and experience with new starters.
- To adhere to all the requirements in relation to the Safe Handling of Medication and follow all relevant procedures in line with Departmental Policy. Make sure children receive any medicines at the right dosage and at the prescribed times.
- To ensure confidentiality of information in line with the Data Protection Act.
- Responsibility to ensure that all mandatory training is undertaken and kept up-to-date.
Requirements:
- Level 3 Diploma in Children’s Workforce
- Eligible to work in the UK
Interested?
For more information on this role or to apply, get in touch with our vendor department who will arrange for a specialist consultant to get in contact with you:
0203 906 8670