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Job Title: Senior Care Practitioner PLUS WELCOME BONUS!

Salary: Up to £28,676.10 per annum (£10.00 - £11.11 per hour) inclusive of sleep in rate plus welcome bonus of £500 and *another £500 once you pass your probation (minimum six months)

Hours:  2 days on, 4 days off

Location: Shrewsbury, Shropshire

Contract: Full Time; Permanent

Essential: A full driving licence, and the Right to Work in the UK

Are you looking for a challenging, yet rewarding career where you can support children and young people to reach their full potential and gain independent lives?

If so, look no further!

Acorn Education and Care, are recruiting Senior Care Practitioners to join our teams within the Shrewsbury area. Our registered independent homes offer residential care for vulnerable children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) and Complex Needs. 

Brookfield Place is a 3 bed registered Children’s home. We support Children and Young People from the ages of 13 to 15 to build incredible futures by giving them opportunities, developing their life skills and personal interests. 

This home is based in Shrewsbury and is within commuting distance Telford, Shrewsbury, Whitchurch (Shropshire) and surrounds.

Contracts available – Full Time Days

Who we are looking for:

  • Level 4 Apprenticeship for Children Young People and Families Practitioner, or NVQ equivalent.
  • At least 1 year’s hands on experience in a similar residential environment.
  • People with a big heart and passion to make a difference to the residents’ lives
  • Understanding that the people we care for can be challenging
  • Be patient, resilient and calming
  • Willingness to learn about the children and young people we support, and how to support them to reach their full potential

What we can offer:

  • Funded qualifications
  • Annual Leave Entitlement equivalent to 5.6 weeks per year (with options to purchase more)
  • Life Assurance
  • Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
  • “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks

And market leading benefits offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform Vista that enable you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

  • A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
  • 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
  • Cycle to Work Schemes
  • Electric Car Purchase Scheme
  • Critical illness cover

How do I apply?

  • Click the apply button below NOW! Or call 01204 558 055 for more information!

We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. All successful applicants will be subject to fully Enhanced DBS.

 


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