Residential Childcare worker

TN United Kingdom; Kidlington; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate Residential Childcare Workers to provide essential support to vulnerable young individuals. This role involves a unique 7 on 7 off working pattern that allows for a balanced lifestyle while making a meaningful impact in the lives of residents facing social and emotional challenges. You will be part of a friendly and dedicated team, committed to creating enriching experiences for both the young people in your care and your colleagues. With a competitive salary and a comprehensive rewards package, including funded qualifications and mental health support, this position offers a fulfilling career path in a nurturing environment.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support services

Discount options

Critical illness cover

Funded qualifications

Qualifications

• A big heart and passion to make a difference in the residents’ lives.
• Ability to work in a challenging environment with patience and resilience.

Responsibilities

• Support vulnerable young people with Social, Emotional, Mental Health needs.
• Create rewarding experiences for residents and the team.

Skills

Full UK Driving Licence

Patience

Resilience

Calmness

Education

Residential Childcare qualification

Job description

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Residential Childcare Worker, Kidlington

Client:

Weaveley

Location:

Kidlington, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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3

Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

7 on 7 off working pattern

Location:

Kidlington, Oxfordshire

Essential:

Full UK Driving Licence required

How we reward you

We want our occupants to have the best support possible, and therefore you’ll receive an exceptional rewards package including:

• Salary: £27,302.00 per annum
• Funded qualifications: starting with working towards a funded Residential Childcare qualification (if you do not currently hold this or an equivalent)
• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• Earn £1000 by referring a friend
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of mental health support services and physical health checks

And market leading benefits offered through our Flexible Benefits Platform Vista that enable you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• Hundreds of discount options valid in the UK and abroad, at high street stores, events, cinemas, restaurants, and more!
• Critical illness cover

Our next Residential Childcare Worker will be someone who has:

• Full UK Driving Licence required
• A big heart and passion to make a difference in the residents’ lives
• Patience, resilience, and calmness

The Opportunity

Acorn Education, part of the Outcomes First Group, is recruiting Residential Childcare Workers to join our teams within the Oxfordshire Region.

Weaveley, as one of our registered independent accommodations, offers support for vulnerable young people with Social, Emotional, Mental Health (SEMH) and Complex Needs.

We are friendly and fun, and though there are challenges too, everything we do is dedicated to creating rewarding experiences – for those we look after and for everyone in our team!

Additional Information

Acorn Education is part of Outcomes First Group. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and adults. All successful applicants will be subject to a free, fully Enhanced DBS check and reimbursement of the Update Service Fee.

We are proud to be certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth consecutive year in 2024.