Children's Residential Care Worker

The Esland Group Ltd; Wellingborough, Greater London; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate individuals to join their team as Children's Residential Care Workers. This rewarding role involves providing crisis intervention and trauma-informed care to children, ensuring they achieve positive outcomes in a nurturing environment. With opportunities for progression and additional qualifications, you will be part of a dedicated team that makes a real difference in children's lives. Enjoy benefits like paid training, discounts, and a day off on your birthday. If you are passionate about supporting young people and want to contribute to their well-being, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid induction training

Access to company app for discounts

Free accommodation in holiday home

Birthday off

£500 bonus for referrals

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence required.
• Must be over 21 and have the right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide high levels of care to children.
• Engage children in recreational activities tailored to their interests.

Skills

Nurturing and supportive care

Crisis intervention

Trauma-informed care

Communication skills

Education

Relevant qualifications in childcare or social care

Job description

Children's Residential Care Worker

Department: Residential

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Brick Lane - Wellingborough

Compensation: £31,918 - £32,540 / year

Description

Do you want to make a difference to a child’s life? Then become a highly valued children's residential care worker and start a truly rewarding career!

Hours: 173 Hours per Month, long shift working 8am-11pm (with sleep nights). We operate 365 days a year due to the nature of our work. Rota schedules are provided in advance.

Pay rate: A salary ranging from £31,917.6 to £32,540.4 per year, depending on qualifications. This is based on a pay rate of £12.60 to £12.90 per hour, with an average of 8 sleep shifts per month. Opportunities to pick up extra shifts/overtime at an enhanced rate.

Essential requirements: Full UK Driving Licence. Esland is committed to changing children’s lives for the better by providing best-in-class specialist services.

We seek nurturing and supportive individuals capable of delivering high levels of care to help our children achieve positive outcomes. Due to industry regulations, applicants must be over 21 and have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship cannot be offered.

The role:

Brick Lane is a three-bedroom children’s home providing crisis intervention and trauma-informed therapeutic care. Our young people engage in recreational activities tailored to their interests, such as cinema, swimming, and sports.

• Opportunities for progression and to undertake qualifications once employed.
• Paid, BILD-accredited induction training.
• Access to a company app offering high street discounts, online medical support, financial advice, and counselling.
• A day off on your birthday, in addition to holiday entitlement.
• Free accommodation at a holiday home in the Peak District.
• A £500 bonus through our 'Refer a Friend’ scheme.

Successful employment is subject to satisfactory enhanced disclosure, right to work, and reference checks in accordance with government regulations and Safer Recruitment practices (costs covered by the company).

All young people are entitled to receive their needs in a fair and balanced manner. Esland employees are responsible for promoting equality and challenging discrimination based on race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation, or other perceived differences.

For more information about Esland, visit www.esland.co.uk