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Senior Residential Care Practitioner Childrens Residential Home (Derby)Experience, qualification, and soft skills, have you got everything required to succeed in this opportunity Find out below.We are currently recruiting for a Senior Residential Care Practitioner to join a 2-bedded childrens residential home in Derby, supporting young people with complex needs in a safe, structured and nurturing environment.Salary & Benefits Salary: From 38,683.63 (increase after successful 6-month probation) Annual leave: 360 hours per year Structured rota and supportive team environment Ongoing training and career progression opportunities Role OverviewAs a Senior Residential Care Practitioner, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day running of the home, leading shifts, and providing guidance to staff while ensuring high standards of care are maintained.Key Requirements Must hold one of the following: Level 4 Children, Young People & Families Practitioner Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care Minimum 1 year experience working in childrens residential care Minimum 1 year experience managing or supervising a team Strong leadership and decision-making skills Full UK driving licence (essential) Working Pattern Approx. 56.4 hours per week (including sleep-ins) Shift pattern: 08:00 start late shift + sleep Morning handover the following day (08:0008:30) 3-week rolling rota Approx. xjdpvnf 10 shifts per month Includes training and team meetings (approx. 244.5 hours/month total) If you are passionate about making a difference and ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.