Residential Child Care Practitioners, Fife (FTC 1 Yr)

Fixed Term Contract (FTC) 1 Year
Up to £32,340 (not including sleepovers)
40hrs per week

Location - Fife


Application deadline: 14/06/2024

Overview

Unlock a Rewarding Career in Residential Care for Children and young adults

Why Choose Us?

Moore House Group is your gateway to a career that’s as diverse as it is rewarding. We provide residential support to young people from all walks of life within our homes nestled in the heart of West Lothian. Our mission is simple: to empower and inspire the next generation.

Join Our Journey

Picture a workday as diverse as the young minds you’ll support. From sharing coffee and cake to teaching essential budgeting skills. You could be helping muck out stables, playing golf or going off to watch the football, or even accompanying our children on holidays across the world. Our days are filled with adventure and growth. We don’t just provide care; we experience life alongside our young residents.

Be Their Champion

Do you have the drive and determination to make a lasting impact? We’re looking for individuals with diverse skills and experiences, whether you’re from a background in residential care, early years, education, healthcare, or are ready to embark on a new career journey. At Moore House Group, we value your passion and potential.

Investing in You

Residential Childcare isn’t always easy; it can be physically and emotionally challenging. That’s why we prioritise the well-being of our staff. We offer a robust support system, including a comprehensive induction, ongoing training facilitated by the Moore House Training Academy, regular reflective supervision, an employee assistance program and a host of additional staff benefits.

Building Relationships

Relationships are the foundation of wellbeing for children and adults. Our approach is centered on nurturing positive relationships using the principles of Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity, and Empathy (PACE) and Dyadic Developmental Practice (DDP).

Shifts and work life balance

Our Practitioners enjoy flexibility in their schedules, working a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, weekends, and sleepovers. We offer full-time hours although we will consider part-time working arrangements.

Competitive Salaries with Room to Grow

We value your expertise and offer competitive salaries based on your qualifications and experience:

Salary Structure

QualificationSalary
Practitioner Grade 1: No qualifications£26,703.25
Practitioner Grade 2: HNC or SVQ3£27,332.45
Practitioner Grade 3: HND£27,961.65
Practitioner Grade 4: Degree£28,590.85
Practitioner Grade 5: HNC and SVQ3£29,849.25
Practitioner Grade 6: HND and SVQ3£31,107.65
Practitioner Grade 7: Degree and SVQ3£32,340.88
Salaries noted exclude sleepover payments.

More Than a Job

Our Practitioners enjoy a host of additional benefits:

  • Annual salary benchmarking.
  • Access to a comprehensive training program, including Dyadic Developmental Practice.
  • Support to obtain relevant qualifications through Moore House Training Academy.
  • Generous annual leave entitlement.
  • Free confidential employee assistance programme.
  • Refer a Friend Bonus Scheme.
  • Access to our group pension scheme.

If you’re ready to embark on a journey that’s both personally and professionally fulfilling, consider Moore House Group. Join us in making a profound impact on the lives of young people. Together, we can create brighter futures.

Apply today and be part of something truly extraordinary!

Applications should be completed online using the Apply Now button below. If you have any issues, please contact us on recruitment@moorehouse.org.uk and we will be happy to help you.

If further information is required, please call 01506 652312

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