Job Introduction
About the Role
We’re looking for committed individuals who are passionate about putting children and young people at the heart of everything they do.
We are looking to appoint talented individuals across two of our children’s residential homes that offer care and support to children who may have complex health or behavioural needs.
One home provides long term, full time nurturing care for up to five children with disabilities and the other home offers overnight short breaks for children with disabilities, providing them with positive and fun experiences before and after school, weekends and school holidays.
Our children want someone who
- “Has a warm and caring personality.”
- “Who will play with them.”
- “Who will watch television and join in with their hobbies.”
- “Does not see the role as a job.”
As a residential practitioner, you will be a valued member of our experienced and compassionate team. This role will involve working shifts, weekends, sleep ins and bank holidays as defined by the needs of the service.
What we expect from you
- Provide a loving, safe and positive environment for our children living or staying with us.
- Be instrumental in creating a positive future for the children living with us from a social, educational and an individual approach.
- Assist with daily activities such as getting ready for the day, including school and assisting with homework where possible.
- Thinking creatively about activities that our children can get involved with and assisting with bringing this to life.
- Being aspirational for children.
- Support our children with their social and emotional needs.
- Experience working with or caring for disabled children and young people.
- Demonstrate high levels of patience and empathy.
Staff Benefits:
- Supportive carer and parental policies
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
- Access to Occupational Health and confidential counselling services
- Supportive staff networks
- Access to Blue Light Card Discounts
- Professional development/support
- Career Progression
Next Steps
For an informal discussion about this role please contact Paula Denney via email at paula.denney@bradfordcft.org.uk.
Closing Date: 20 July 2025
Interviews: w/c 21 July 2025
Bradford Children and Families Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment.
A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check including a check against the Children’s barred list, will be carried out on preferred candidates.
If shortlisted, you will be required to disclose relevant information regarding criminal history prior to interview.
