Children's Residential Care Worker – Response Services

Reflexion Care Group; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on shift

Blue Light Card discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

DBS & compliance checks funded

Five company holiday homes

Job summary

New Reflexions is opening a brand-new 2-bed Response Home in Shropshire and seeks compassionate Children's Residential Care Workers to join the team. You will build trusting relationships, provide therapeutic support, and help children build confidence and resilience in a safe environment.

No prior residential childcare experience is required; we provide a comprehensive induction, ongoing training, and opportunities to gain recognised qualifications.

Qualifications

• Full UK Manual Driving Licence.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Ability to work sleep-ins and a rotating shift pattern.
• Passion for supporting children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Build meaningful, trusting relationships with young people and provide consistent, therapeutic support.
• Help children feel safe, valued, and empowered during times of uncertainty and transition.
• Deliver activity-based experiences that promote confidence, resilience, emotional wellbeing, and personal achievement.
• Support and participate in outdoor adventures such as hiking, cycling, canoeing, team challenges, and other enriching activities.
• Encourage young people to develop life skills, independence, emotional regulation, and positive coping strategies.
• Maintain clear records and contribute to reports, risk assessments, and care planning.
• Work collaboratively with families, social workers, education professionals, therapists, and colleagues to achieve the best outcomes for each child.
• Be part of a small, dedicated team working a 2 on / 4 off rota including sleep-ins.

Job description

Children's Residential Care Worker – Response Services

Brand New 2-Bed Activity Based Therapeutic Home Opening in Shropshire

Make a Lasting Difference in a Child's Life

At New Reflexions, every child matters.

We are excited to be opening a brand-new 2-bed Response Home in Shropshire and are looking for compassionate, resilient, and enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Children's Residential Care Workers.

Whether you already have experience working with children or are looking to start a rewarding career in residential childcare, we provide the training, support, and development opportunities you need to succeed.

Salary - Up to £34,320 per year (including sleep-ins)

Location - Shropshire

Contract - Full-Time and Part Time Permanent positions

Working Pattern - 2 on, 3 off rota including sleep-ins

About New Reflexions

New Reflexions provides specialist care, education, and therapeutic services for children and young people who have experienced trauma, adversity, and disruption in their lives.

Our new Response Home will provide a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment for young people requiring short-term residential support. Working alongside a dedicated team and clinical professionals, you will help children build confidence, develop resilience, and experience positive, meaningful relationships.

The Role

• Build meaningful, trusting relationships with young people and provide consistent, therapeutic support.
• Help children feel safe, valued, and empowered during times of uncertainty and transition.
• Deliver activity-based experiences that promote confidence, resilience, emotional wellbeing, and personal achievement.
• Support and participate in outdoor adventures such as hiking, cycling, canoeing, team challenges, and other enriching activities.
• Encourage young people to develop life skills, independence, emotional regulation, and positive coping strategies.
• Maintain clear records and contribute to reports, risk assessments, and care planning.
• Work collaboratively with families, social workers, education professionals, therapists, and colleagues to achieve the best outcomes for each child.
• Be part of a small, dedicated team working a 2 on / 4 off rota including sleep-ins.

No two days are ever the same, making this a varied and rewarding role where you can genuinely change lives.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking people who are:

• Caring, patient, and compassionate.
• Positive role models for young people.
• Calm and reliable during challenging situations.
• Motivated to help children achieve their potential.
• Flexible and able to work a residential rota pattern.
• Committed to learning and professional development.

Essential Requirements

• Full UK Manual Driving Licence.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Ability to work sleep-ins and a rotating shift pattern.
• Passion for supporting children and young people.

Experience

No previous residential childcare experience is required.

We provide a comprehensive induction, ongoing training, and the opportunity to gain recognised qualifications.

What We Offer

Training & Development

• Fully paid induction programme.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Fully funded QCF Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare.
• Progression opportunities into Senior, Deputy Manager, and Registered Manager roles.
• Access to over 800 CPD-accredited online learning courses.

Benefits

• Salary up to £34,320 including sleep-ins.
• Competitive hourly rate plus sleep-in payments.
• Free meals whilst on shift.
• Blue Light Card discounts.
• Employee Assistance Programme including counselling support.
• Access to five company holiday homes across the UK.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Competitive workplace pension.
• Refer-a-Friend Scheme (£500 per referral, £1,000 for qualified referrals).
• Fully funded DBS and compliance checks.
• Time and a half for working on designated key dates.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a brand-new home from the very beginning. You will help shape a positive culture, create meaningful experiences for children, and be part of a team committed to transforming young lives.

At New Reflexions, we don't just offer jobs—we offer rewarding careers with clear progression pathways and the chance to make a genuine difference every day.

Ready to Start Your Journey?

If you are passionate about helping children thrive and want a career where every day matters, we would love to hear from you.

Join New Reflexions and help build brighter futures for children and young people.

Safeguarding Statement

New Reflexions Care Group Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check, including relevant barred list checks, alongside other pre-employment clearances. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.