As a Lead Practitioner with CrossReach Children & Family Services, you will play a key role in creating safe, stable and nurturing environments where children and young people can feel valued, supported and empowered to achieve positive outcomes.
This is a rewarding opportunity for an experienced practitioner who is passionate about relationship-based care and committed to helping children and young people build trust, resilience and confidence through consistent, therapeutic support. Working as part of a holistic team, you will help ensure that the needs of children, young people and their families are fully met through compassionate, professional and trauma-informed practice.
At CrossReach, we believe in the importance of inclusion, relational health and advocacy. We work alongside children and young people to help them feel heard, respected and included within their families, communities and wider society.
What you will do
In this role, you will:
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Provide high quality care and support to children and young people within a residential setting
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Take lead responsibility as a Keyworker, supporting the development, implementation and review of care plans, risk assessments and individual outcomes
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Help children and young people achieve positive progress within a safe, stable and nurturing environment
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Build positive and trusting relationships using therapeutic and attachment-informed approaches
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Support children and young people with daily living skills, emotional wellbeing, education and community activities
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Work closely with families, carers and external professionals to ensure joined-up support
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Contribute to reports, reviews and meetings relating to the care and support of children and young people
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Support and guide Support Practitioners within the team and assist the Team Leader when required
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Work flexibly across shift patterns, including sleepover duties where required
What we are looking for
We are looking for someone with significant experience within care and/or education who brings a reflective, person-centred and relationship-focused approach to their practice. You should have strong communication, planning and recording skills, alongside the ability to remain calm, compassionate and consistent in challenging situations. A commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for children and young people is essential, as is an understanding of attachment-informed and trauma-informed practice. A full driving licence is required for this role. You should also hold, or be willing to work towards, the qualifications required for SSSC registration, including HNC Social Care and SVQ Level 3. DDP Level 1 or equivalent is desirable.
Why work for CrossReach?
We offer a supportive working environment where your development and wellbeing matter. You will receive ongoing training, professional development opportunities and the chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people every day. If you are ready to take the next step in your career and want to be part of a team that is committed to helping children and young people feel safe, supported and valued, we would love to hear from you. Apply today.
