Advanced Residential Childcare Practitioner Job profile

Company: Nugent
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Location: St Helens
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credit_card Salary £27,350 per year, pro rata

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Hours of Work: Full time (39 hours per week), Part time (19.5 hours per week)

The role is primarily based at The Orchards; however, there will be an expectation to support staffing requirements across our East Pathway when necessary, including services at Lime House and The Orchards.

About The Role

We are looking for enthusiastic and compassionate Support Workers to join our team at The Orchards. Your role will be essential in delivering person-centred care and tailored support, ensuring individuals remain at the heart of all decision-making. Your role will be essential in providing effective support, as we tailor our services to meet the unique needs of everyone, placing them at the centre of decision-making.

Experience & Skills of a Support Worker:

  • Passion for providing outstanding care and making a positive impact.
  • Willingness to undertake training to achieve a Level 3 Diploma in Adult Health & Social Care (fully funded by Nugent).
  • Previous experience in health care, particularly supporting individuals with complex needs (physical and learning disabilities, autism, mental health), is desirable but not essential.
  • Good understanding of Person-Centred Care principles.

This is an exciting opportunity to join Nugent and make a meaningful difference in the lives of the people we support. We are looking for a committed, compassionate, and motivated individual who shares our values and is passionate about delivering high-quality services.

At Nugent, we value our people and offer a range of benefits to support your wellbeing, development, and career progression:

  • 30 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing to 33 days after 3 years’ service
  • Life Assurance Scheme
  • Blue Light Card membership and staff discounts
  • Recommend a Friend Scheme
  • Comprehensive induction programme and ongoing training
  • Career development and progression opportunities
  • Enhanced DBS check fully funded and maintained on the Update Service

Our Values–iACCORD

We live and work by our values:Integrity | Ambition | Courage | Compassion | Optimism | Respect | DignityThese guide everything we do, every day – with heart, purpose, and positivity

Contact Us

If you would like to discuss this opportunity or have any questions about the role, please contact our HR Team at: HR@wearenugent.org

  • The above position is subject to an enhanced DBS check
  • Nugent actively promotes the safeguarding of vulnerable adults, youngpeopleand children
  • Our ambition is to work together to promote a more inclusive environment, which attracts all candidates and signals our commitment to celebrate and promote diversity.
  • We are committed to encouraging equality and diversity amongst our workforce and welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including groups currently underrepresented in our workforce. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and our people to feel respected and able to give their best in their working life.

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Posted: October 21st, 2026