Children's Adventure Care Worker

Esland; Buxton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday day off

Casual dress code

Free food on shift

Overtime & bank holiday enhanced pay

Induction and training (Bild certified

Career development opportunities

Employee rewards app discounts

Monthly recognition awards

Job summary

Esland is seeking a Children’s Adventure Care Worker at Moorland Cottage in Buxton to provide therapeutic support and structured activities for up to two young people. The role focuses on trauma-informed care, education access, and outdoor adventures within a 12-week placement.

The position involves 4 days on, 6 days off with sleep nights, and a salary between £40,464 and £42,804 per year. Full UK driving license and right to work in the UK are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in a children's residential care home (highly desirable)
• A Level 3 (or above) Diploma in Residential Childcare (desirable)
• Experience within care, education, mental health support and/or youth activities (essential)
• A Full driving licence issued in the UK (essential)
• Applicants must have full right to work in the UK with no restrictions (essential)
• Values in line with Esland's, such as taking a therapeutic, person-centred approach to childcare (essential)
• A keen interest in outdoor and adventure activities (essential)
• Due to industry regulations, applicants must be aged 21 or above (essential)

Responsibilities

• Support 8 to 18 year olds in a residential care setting
• Create a safe, nurturing, and fun environment where they can flourish
• Plan and take part in exciting activities—from outdoor adventures to creative projects
• Be a positive role model, helping build confidence, resilience, and life skills
• Work as part of a passionate, supportive team that values every voice

Skills

Experience in children’s residential

UK driving licence

Therapeutic, person-centred

Outdoor/adventure enthusiasm

Right to work in UK

Team player

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Be the stability a young person needs. Join Esland as a Children’s Adventure Care Worker and help shape brighter futures through care, intervention and activities.

Department: Assessments

Location: Moorland Cottage - Buxton

Compensation: £40,464 - £42,804 / year

Hours: 4 days on, 6 days off (with sleep nights). We are a 365 day a year service due to the nature of our work. Rotas are given in advance.

Pay rate: £40,464 to £42,804 per annum.* Includes opportunities to pick up extras shifts / overtime at an enhanced rate

Moorland Cottage is a charming converted farmhouse surrounded by the beautiful High Peak countryside, providing the perfect setting for a therapeutic assessment home. Using a trauma-informed approach, the team provides intervention care that supports emotional healing and personal development for up to two young people at a time.

Over a 12 week placement, our assessment strategy helps us understand what is truly right for a young person and their needs.

Every placement provides PACE principles, therapeutic care, access to education and the opportunity to participate in an outdoor adventure programme.

The work and commitment of our teams, helps us to determine what support a young person requires and defines their next steps.

What we can offer a Children's Adventure Care Worker:

• A day off for your birthday (in addition to your holiday entitlement)
• A casual dress code
• Free food while you are on shift
• Enhanced pay rates for overtime and bank holidays**
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training (accredited by the Bild Association)
• Career development opportunities – we had over 100 internal promotions last year!
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program, Online GP, healthcare and cashback, discounts and gift vouchers (through our employee rewards app)
• Monthly recognition awards

Key duties of a Children’s Adventure Care Worker:

We are looking for a nurturing and supportive person, who can give our children high levels of therapeutic care and help them to achieve amazing outcomes. In your role, you will:

• Support 8 to 18 year olds in a residential care setting
• Create a safe, nurturing, and fun environment where they can flourish
• Plan and take part in exciting activities—from outdoor adventures to creative projects
• Be a positive role model, helping build confidence, resilience, and life skills
• Work as part of a passionate, supportive team that values every voice

Requirements for a Children’s Adventure Care Worker:

• Experience in a children's residential care home (highly desirable)
• A level 3 (or above) diploma in residential childcare (desirable)
• Experience within care, education, mental health support and/or youth activities (essential)
• A Full driving licence issued in the UK (essential)
• Applicants must have full right to work in the UK with no restrictions (essential)
• Values in line with Esland's, such as taking a therapeutic, person-centred approach to childcare (essential)
• A keen interest in outdoor and adventure activities (essential)Due to industry regulations, applicants must be aged 21 or above (essential)

Successful employment is subject to satisfactory Full Enhanced Disclosure, right to work and reference checks in line with government regulations and Safer Recruitment Practices (the company will cover the costs).

All young people are equally entitled to have their needs met in a fair and balanced way. Esland employees are responsible for promoting equal opportunities for all and for challenging any behaviour or practice which discriminates against any young person or colleague on the grounds of race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation, or any other perceived difference.

*Estimated salary based on a pay rate of £13.60 to £14.60 per hour for days (depending on qualifications held) and working 12 sleep-nights per month on average (at £60 per sleep night)

**Terms and conditions apply