Residential Childcare Practitioner- Seaside Short Breaks

Do you want to make a difference to the most vulnerable children in care, helping them to flourish and achieve their potential? If so, apply now.

We have children’s disability homes in Eastbourne & Bexhill, where vulnerable children live and receive support from a multi-disciplinary team of professionals who are responsible for their welfare.

As a Residential Childcare Practitioner, you will work with the children who often have complex needs as well as their families. You will support the children’s development and wellbeing. You can also take a lead on specialist areas and projects such as healthy eating to support improvements across the service. This role gives you the opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of some of the most vulnerable children in East Sussex.

Please note that unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

We are currently recruiting to our homes based in Bexhill and Eastbourne where we have opportunities for staff who can work full time or part time. These roles involve providing personal care, moving and handling of children and young people, all who have complex health needs and disabilities.

We want to make the application process as easy as possible, so please click the apply now button to provide a CV and a supporting statement that highlights how you meet the key requirements below, as this is what we will be shortlisting on:

Please download the job description and person specification for more information.

As well as the above it is vital that you have communication skills and are able to demonstrate the resilience which is needed as part of this testing but highly rewarding career.

Discover more about our roles, teams, and children's homes by visiting- Jobs in Children's Homes — Home

For guidance on how to write an application see our how to apply page and our statement on the use of AI.

Interviews will take place in person in Bexhill within 2 weeks of the closing date. If you are unavailable on the date offered let us know and we may be able to schedule an alternative date to interview you. Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See ourpriority status page for details.

We understand that the great care we provide is down to the great staff we have. We provide a comprehensive induction process to teach you all the skills and knowledge you need. We also provide an apprenticeship in the level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, with off the job training time and all course fees paid for by the Council. If you want to develop a career working with children there are also a range of development opportunities, including further apprenticeship opportunities to support your career aspirations.

We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Amy Martin to arrange a call - Amy Martin - Amy.Martin@eastsussex.gov.uk

A workforce for the community, from the community

We warmly welcome applications from all sections of the community. We but particularly encourage those from group that are underrepresented in our current workforce:

Black and ethnic minority backgrounds, those who are disabled, men and those who identify as LGBTQ+. We are working towards recruiting a workforce that reflects our community because we recognise the unique skills, experience and perspective that each individual brings.

"I really like the hands-on approach of support work and knowing that I’m making a difference" - Kayleigh, Team Leader

For work that makes a difference, choose East Sussex!

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record. Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad.

Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.

If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For further information please go to https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas

If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.