Do you have experience supporting children or young people and want a career where your work genuinely changes lives?
Are you energetic, compassionate, resilient, and someone who enjoys being active, building relationships, and helping young people reach their potential?
At Willow Tree Children’s Services, we’re looking for dedicated Children’s Practitioners to join our growing team and help create a safe, supportive, and nurturing home for children and young people aged 7–17 with learning disabilities and additional needs.
This is more than a job. It’s an opportunity to become a positive role model and help children build confidence, independence, and brighter futures.
Why Join Willow Tree?
At Willow Tree Group, we put children and young people at the heart of everything we do. We provide person-centred care through our Ofsted-registered children’s services and work collaboratively to create meaningful, lasting outcomes.
If you enjoy being active, engaging in community activities, creating positive experiences, and helping children overcome barriers, we’d love to hear from you.
The Role
As a Children’s Practitioner, no two days are the same. You will play an important role in helping children feel safe, valued, and supported in a family-style environment.
You will:
- Build strong, trusting relationships with children and young people
- Support emotional wellbeing and encourage daily challenges
- Help children develop independence and life skills
- Support education and learning goals
- Plan activities and community experiences
- Deliver fun, meaningful key work sessions
- Use positive behaviour support approaches
- Support children with routines, communication, and personal care where required
- Work alongside schools, families, and professionals
- Create a safe, welcoming, and nurturing home environment
- Be a positive role model every day
Whether it's helping a young person achieve a personal milestone, supporting a day out, teaching life skills, or simply being a consistent adult they can trust, your impact will matter.
Qualifications
- Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or working towards this) desirable
- Willingness to complete training and development
- Full UK Driving Licence desirable (or working towards)
What We Offer
- Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
- Career progression opportunities
- Supportive management and reflective supervision
- A values-driven workplace culture
- Opportunities to develop specialist skills in learning disabilities and child development
- The chance to genuinely change lives
Safeguarding Commitment
Willow Tree Children’s Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and safer recruitment practices.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're passionate about supporting children with learning disabilities and want a career where every day matters, apply today and become part of a team that helps children grow, thrive, and achieve their potential.
Pay: £27,000.00-£30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
- Paid training
- Sick pay
Application question(s):
- Are you on the DBS Update Service?
Work Location: In person
