Children's Residential Support Worker

Esland; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High street discounts

Online GP

Financial advice & counselling via app

Birthday day off

Cycle-to-work scheme

Monthly recognition awards

Casual dress

Free meals on shift

Job summary

Esland is seeking a Children's Residential Support Worker in Doncaster to provide safe, nurturing care for three children in a warm home. The role involves daily routines, activities, and safeguarding in a 365-day service. You'll work 173 hours per month with shifts including sleeps in, and play a key part in creating positive memories.

Salary and benefits reflect the UK market, with progression routes to Senior Support Worker and management roles, plus paid induction and training.

Qualifications

• Nurturing, patient and resilient demeanour.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Over 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and emotional support to children.
• Plan daily routines and activities tailored to the children’s interests.
• Be a positive role model who helps children achieve positive outcomes.

Skills

Driving licence

Right to work

Over 21

Job description

Department

Residential

Location

Mulberry Lodge - Doncaster

Compensation

£32,242 - £32,865 / year

Make a real difference - Join us as a Children’s Residential Support Worker!

Are you passionate about helping children thrive? At Esland, we believe every child deserves a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment. Join our team and start a truly rewarding career where you’ll make a lasting impact.

Pay rate

£32,242.00 - £32,865 per annum (based on 6 sleeps per month and an hourly rate of £13.45 - £13.75 per hour). Opportunities to pick up overtime at enhanced rate.

Hours

173 hours per month - the most common shift pattern is 2 days on, 4 days off, with sleep in’s (shifts may vary). Rotas provided in advance.

Work that matters

We’re a 365-day service because children need us every day.

What we're looking for

• A nurturing, patient, and resilient person who truly cares.
  • Full UK driving licence
  • The right to work in the UK
  • Due to industry regulations, applicants must be over 21.

Career growth

Clear progression routes to Senior Support Worker and Management roles - we had over 100 internal promotions last year!

Training

Paid, BILD-accredited induction and the chance to gain qualifications in Residential Childcare

Perks

• High street discounts, online GP, financial advice & counselling via our company app.
• Birthday day off, cycle-to-work scheme, monthly recognition awards.
• Casual dress, free meals on shift.

The home and what you'll do

Our home is a warm, welcoming space for three amazing children who love to stay active and creative. Here, you’ll help them enjoy activities such as:

• Arts and crafts, horses and baking
• Days out to Theme Parks and the Cinema
• Movie nights and shopping trips
• Nature walks and getting their hair done

Every day brings new opportunities to create positive experiences and lasting memories.

What you'll do

• Provide high-quality care and emotional support to children in a safe, nurturing environment.
• Every day is different - from helping with daily routines to planning fun activities tailored to the children’s interests.
• Most importantly, you’ll be a positive role model who helps them achieve amazing outcomes.

Ready to make a difference?

Join a team that’s passionate about changing children’s lives for the better. Apply today and start your journey with Esland!

(Employment subject to Enhanced DBS, right-to-work, and reference checks - costs covered by us).