Children's Residential Care Worker

New Reflexions; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's care organization in Shrewsbury is seeking a Children's Residential Care Worker to support vulnerable young individuals. The role involves building nurturing relationships, encouraging independence, and providing care for children aged 8–18. A driving license is preferred but not required. The position offers a salary of up to £32,552 per year and several benefits, including free meals and access to holiday homes.

Benefits

Free meals during shifts

Bank holiday bonus

Access to holiday homes

Company pension

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Genuine desire to support children.
• Willingness to complete QCF Level 3 training.
• A full UK manual driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Support vulnerable young people aged 8–18 with emotional needs.
• Build nurturing and respectful relationships.
• Encourage independence and confidence.

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Calm in challenging situations

Job description

Overview

New Reflexions - Children\'s Residential Care Worker

We strive to provide exceptional, integrated care and education to help vulnerable and complex children achieve their full potential and enjoy fulfilling lives.

Looking for more than just a job? At New Reflexions, we believe that every young person deserves to feel safe, supported, and empowered to succeed. Join us as a Residential Care Worker and help create a home where children and young people can grow and thrive.

What You’ll Do

• As a vital part of our care team, you’ll support vulnerable young people aged 8–18 with diverse emotional and behavioural needs. Your role will include:

• Building nurturing, respectful relationships
• Supporting with daily routines like meals, hygiene, homework
• Encouraging independence, confidence, and self-worth
• Participating in school life and leading educational and life skills activities
• Responding calmly to challenging behaviour and emotional distress
• Supporting health and wellbeing needs, including safeguarding and personal care
• Creating a stable, safe, and homely environment in line with care plans
• Follow a 2-on / 3-off shift pattern (with sleep-ins) and part-time options (60, 90, or 120 hrs/month)

What You’ll Bring

• Compassion, patience, and a genuine desire to help
• Calm and reliable nature in challenging situations
• Willingness to complete (fully funded) QCF Level 3 training
• A driving licence and access to transport preferred
• No prior experience needed—just the right mindset!

Why Join New Reflexions?

• Up to £32,552 per year, including sleep-ins
• Enjoy FREE Getaways - free access to 5 holiday homes across the UK, including spots in Borth, Tenby, Morecambe, Ayr, and Clarach Bay — the perfect getaway locations!
• Meals on us — we’ve got you covered with free meals while you\'re on shift.
• Bank holiday bonus - Work those extra days (including New Year\'s Eve) and get time and a half for your hard work!
• Clear development route to Senior, Deputy or Manager roles
• Fully paid induction and support to achieve QCF Level 3 (and beyond)
• Company pension, overtime, and staff bonuses
• Access to employee support and wellbeing resources
• Work for a trusted organisation rated GOOD or OUTSTANDING by Ofsted
• Be part of a purpose-driven team that values respect, dignity, and inclusion

Essential Requirements

• A true passion for supporting and inspiring children to thrive
• A full UK manual driving licence and access to your own vehicle
• A desire to work in beautifully maintained homes

If you\'re ready to make a lasting impact in a role that\’s both rewarding and meaningful, we’d love to hear from you!

The post holder has the responsibility to adhere to our Safeguarding and Child Protection Procedure.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. Therefore, as this post of Residential Support Worker is a regulated activity and/or on a regulated site the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS, and our safer recruitment process. If you have any questions regarding this, please highlight these in your application.

This post is exempt from the provisions of section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975)

Due to the company having their own fully trained bank staff we do not employ agency. At the current time the company are unable to offer sponsorship opportunities.