Residential Youth Support Practitioners
Suffolk Jobs DirectEngland, United Kingdom • West Suffolk, England, United Kingdom
Posted April 15, 2026
32887 - 32887 GBP
Full Time
About the Company
Suffolk County Council is a modern and effective council that offers a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities, and ambitions.
Job Description
Suffolk County Council is seeking Residential Youth Support Practitioners to work in their Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket children's homes. The role involves providing day-to-day support for vulnerable children and young people, building trusting relationships, and encouraging personal growth and independence. The successful candidate will work as part of a dedicated team to provide round-the-clock care and support.
Requirements
- Willingness to undertake training as required to update knowledge and skills
- Full and current driving license and access to personal transport or meet mobility requirements through other means
- Ability to work fixed shifts to provide 24/7 coverage
Benefits
- Funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare
- Monthly supervision sessions
- Excellent benefits package
- Up to 29 days annual leave entitlement
- Membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
- Travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
- Performance-related annual pay progression
- Training and encouragement to expand knowledge
- Diverse and active staff networks
- Flexible working options
