Children's Residential Care Worker

TN United Kingdom; Castle Donington; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Children's Residential Support Worker in Castle Donington, where your nurturing spirit can change lives. This rewarding role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth. You'll provide essential care and support to children, helping them achieve their best outcomes through tailored activities and a supportive environment. With a commitment to equal opportunities and a focus on personal development, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people.

Benefits

BILD accredited training

High street discounts

Online medical support

Financial advice

Counselling services

Additional day off for birthday

Access to free holiday home

Qualifications

• Experience in providing care and support to children.
• Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide crisis intervention and therapeutic care to children.
• Engage young people in recreational activities tailored to their interests.

Skills

Childcare Experience

Communication Skills

Nurturing Attitude

Education

Relevant Childcare Qualifications

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Children's Residential Care Worker, Castle Donington

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Location: Castle Donington, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

29.04.2025

Expiry Date:

13.06.2025

Job Description:

Description

Do you want to make a difference to a child’s life? Become a highly valued Children's Residential Support Worker and start a truly rewarding career!

Pay rate: £31,917.6 - £32,540.4 per annum (based on 8 sleeps per month and an hourly rate of £12.60 - £12.90 per hour). Opportunities to pick up overtime at an enhanced rate.

Hours: 173 hours per month - the most common shift pattern is 2 days on, 4 days off, with sleep-ins (shifts may vary). Rotas given in advance. We are a 365-day-a-year service due to the nature of our work.

• Full UK driving licence
• The right to work in the UK
• Applicants must be over 21 due to industry regulations

We are looking for nurturing and supportive people who can give our children high levels of care and help them achieve great outcomes.

Esland is committed to changing children’s lives for the better by providing best-in-class specialist services.

• Routes for progression into Senior Support Worker/Management roles and opportunities to undergo qualifications in Residential Childcare once employed
• BILD accredited, paid induction training
• Access to a company app offering high street discounts, online medical support, financial advice, and counselling
• An additional day off for your birthday
• Access to a free holiday home in the Peak District for staff use

The Role:

Our homes provide crisis intervention and trauma-informed therapeutic care. Young people participate in recreational activities tailored to their interests, such as cinema, swimming, and sports.

Employment is subject to satisfactory disclosures, right to work, and reference checks in line with government regulations and Safer Recruitment Practices, which the company will cover.

All young people are entitled to fair and balanced care. Esland employees promote equal opportunities and challenge discrimination based on race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation, or other differences.

With over 35 years of experience, Esland operates more than 65 residential homes and five schools across various regions in England, including our online school for children missing education, supporting over 200 young people with a team of over 700 staff. Our goal is to help children achieve their best outcomes through bespoke services.