Kisimul Group Limited
Childrens Senior Life Practitioner
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Childrens Senior Life Practitioner
Senior Life Practitioner (Children's Residential Home)
About the Role
Our Children’s Residential Home is seeking a Senior Life Practitioner to join our team at Apple Tree Bungalow, Swinderby, Lincoln.
We are looking for a compassionate, enthusiastic, and dedicated Senior Life Practitioner to provide essential support to individuals with severe learning disabilities and complex needs. This role ensures they enjoy fulfilling, independent lives through daily assistance and community outings.
- Key responsibilities:
- Assist with daily living activities
- Provide companionship and emotional support
- Organise and accompany residents on community trips (shopping, meals, appointments, outings)
The team has access to a company vehicle for transportation. To drive this, you must hold a full UK driving licence or have driven in the UK for two years or more.
Starting Rates:
- Level 1: £13.99 per hour
- Level 2: £14.31 per hour
- Level 3 (experienced): £15.99 per hour
Career progression: Enhance skills through our competency framework to unlock higher hourly rates.
Benefits
- Genuine Career Development – Transparent pay grades and pathway progression (more info).
- Fully Funded Qualifications to grow professionally.
- Blue Light Discount Card: Access to 15,000+ venues nationwide.
- Refer a Friend: Earn up to £500 per successful hire.
- Financial Perks:
- Life Assurance (1x annual basic salary).
- Access to a salary-sacrificed pension scheme.
- Earn-your-wage option via Stream.
- Retail and service discounts (partnered with 150+ retailers).
- Health & Wellbeing:
- Private online GP access.
- Confidential telephone counselling & Employee Assistance Programme.
- Flexible Working:
- Choose when to take time off (e.g., bank holidays acknowledged).
- Cycle to Work Scheme: Salary-deducted bikes to save costs.
- Fully Funded DBS Check: No upfront costs.
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About the Candidate (Requirements)
Ideal Qualifications & Skills:
- Genuine passion for care and motivation to support others’ growth.
- Strong team player who thrives in collaborative environments.
- Resilient, self-aware, and comfortable asking for help when needed.
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- Computer literacy for modern work tools.
- Linked to the role: Experience or willingness to pursue a Level 3 in Children’s Residential Services.
What You’ll Gain
- Competitive salary with clear pay structures.
- Extensive training (time built into your work rota).
- Pension and Life Assurance for long-term security.
- Career development opportunities for motivated individuals.
- Vibrant working environment: Beautiful homely setting and grounds.
- Fully-funded DBS check (no client worries).
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About Kisimul Group
Kisimul is a specialist provider of residential care and education for children, young people, and adults with:
- Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD),
- Severe/Complex Learning Disabilities (SLD),
- Global Developmental Delay,
- Challenging Behaviour.
Recognition: Consistently rated an outstanding company to work for (employee survey results).
Core Values:
✔ Safeguarding & Welfare: Commitment to protecting vulnerable adults, children, and young people. ✔ Diversity & Inclusion: Welcomes varied experience to enrich our team. Unique perspectives are valued—even if they don’t match all criteria!
Sponsorship Note
Due to current UK Government Visa Rules, we are unable to sponsor visas for this role. Sponsorship is restricted to colleagues already within the organisation.
How to Apply
All roles require an Enhanced DBS Check. Apply today to make a meaningful impact on residents’ lives!
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