About the Role
We are recruiting for a therapeutic children's residential home in Edgware seeking an experienced and passionate Residential Therapeutic Practitioner to join their therapeutic SEMH provision. You will provide direct emotional and therapeutic support to vulnerable young people who have experienced Adverse Childhood Experiences, working as part of a dedicated team to create a secure, nurturing and inclusive home environment.
Key Responsibilities
Provide direct therapeutic and relational support to young people, addressing their developmental and emotional needs
Contribute to the development and implementation of care plans, promoting positive outcomes and progress toward educational and personal goals
Maintain high-quality records, daily notes, incident reports and risk assessments
Champion safeguarding and manage challenging behaviours effectively and therapeutically
Support young people with daily living skills, education, health appointments and community access
Work collaboratively with colleagues, the clinical team, social workers and other professionals
Act as a positive role model and contribute to a stable, consistent home environment
Essential Requirements (Non-Negotiable)
Full UK driving licence (clean) this is mandatory
Minimum 2 years' experience in children's residential homes
Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (NVQ/QCF or equivalent) required
Experience supporting young people with SEMH needs and/or complex trauma
Ability and willingness to work the 2-on / 4-off pattern including sleep-ins, weekends and bank holidays
Right to work in the UK
Ability to reliably commute to / relocate for Edgware
Desirable
Key worker experience
Therapeutic, trauma-informed or behaviour-support training
Previous experience in a therapeutic children's home
What We Offer
Competitive hourly rate with additional sleep-in payments
Company pension
On-site parking
Professional development and career progression opportunities
Supportive team environment focused on making a lasting difference for young people
Important Information for Applicants
Full UK driving licence is non-negotiable. Please do not apply if you do not hold one.
Candidates must be able to work the stated shift pattern including sleep-ins.
Please ensure your CV clearly shows children's residential experience, relevant qualifications and driving licence status.
