Residential Children's Practitioner Level 2

Residential Childrens Practitioner Level 1 / 2 9410 Permanent Contract 37 hours per week Level 1 26403 to 28142 / Level 2 31537 to 33699 per annum Grade E/G The Den Norwich

Young people are at the heart of our practice at Norfolk County Council. They have established key principles for their ideal worker to help them flourish. Please ensure you readthese requirementscarefully and apply only if you can fully commit to them.

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At Norfolk County Council we are committed to providing proven quality holistic residential care for children and young people aged 5-17 and we aim to achieve excellent outcomes and lasting are passionate about the provision of creative and ambitious opportunities we offer children with disabilities. Our services are well regarded and we are proud of our reputation of ensuring the best outcomes.

The Den is a residential home in Norwich. We provide holistic care to young people with a variety of needs which include young people with learning disabilities (either diagnosed or undiagnosed) and also children/young people with emotional and behavioral needs.

You will be joining a highly motivated and enthusiastic team who endeavour to make significant changes in young peoples lives.Our teams work across the whole week (including weekends and bank holidays)

Ideally you will have a background in residential care or be experienced in working with children. You will be required to have good levels of literacy and numeracy.

To work within this environment you will need to be committed to making a difference in the lives of young people. You will need to be reliable have good personal relationship and communication skills as well as high professional standards.

Please see job descriptions for differences in the level 1 and level 2 posts.

Job Description and Person Specification-Residential Childrens Practitioner Level 1

Job Description and Person Specification-Residential Childrens Practitioner Level 2

Following a thorough induction and training programme your duties will include:

• Supporting and providing meaningful day to day activities for the young people.
• Developing personal and practical skills to enhance young peoples independence skills.
• Reporting and recording key aspects of care and developing your professional skills.
• Managing complex behaviours that can be challenging.
• Work in collaboration and also directly with families and other professional to ensure best outcomes for children and young people.

• Hold or be willing to work towards the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Child Care (paid for).

In return we will offer you:

• A supportive team who cares about your wellbeing and professional development.

• A generous annual leave entitlement plus the opportunity to purchase up to two weeks additional leave through our salary sacrifice scheme.

• Maternity paternity and adoption pay and time off to support you as your family grows.

• Access to services that support your health and wellbeing such as confidential counselling and advice fast track physiotherapy and NHS Health Checks for employees over 40.

• NCC pension scheme.

• Cycle to work scheme.

Before you apply we recommend reading the fullJob Description and Person Specificationto help you demonstrate you meet the criteria.

For an informal discussion please contact: Nicky Cornell-Blackwood The Den Assistant Team Manager

To apply please download an application form >> Here << and attach it to your online application instead of your CV.

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We would like to make you aware that priority consideration for this post may be given to current employees who are at risk due to restructure within the organisation or are in a redeployment position.

Redeployment closing date: 04 December 2025 at 23:55

All other applicants closing date: 14 December 2025 at 23:55