Senior Children's Adventure Care Worker

Esland; Gravesend; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Esland seeks a Senior Children's Adventure Care Worker at Bly House to provide therapeutic support in children's residential care. You will facilitate outdoor activities, ensure safety, and contribute to a nurturing environment for young people in need. Join a supportive team dedicated to making a difference!

Benefits

Paid induction training

High street discounts and online medical support

A day off for your birthday

Access to a holiday home in the Peak District

Supportive work environment with a good work-life balance

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months experience in children's residential care.
• Full UK driving license required.
• Knowledge of Ofsted regulations and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic support in a children's home setting.
• Engage young people in outdoor activities and educational access.
• Ensure safety and stability during placement.

Skills

Outdoor and adventure activities

De-escalation and safe restraint techniques

Person-centered approach

Education

Level 3 diploma in residential childcare

Job description

Department:

Residential

Employment Type:

Permanent - Full Time

Location:

Bly House

Compensation:

£41,751 - £46,197 / year

Description

Do you want to make a difference in a child's life? Are you looking for the perfect mix of in-home care and outdoor activities? Then apply to join Esland's highly valued team today. Our dedicated recruiters are keen to speak with you!

Hours:

4 days and sleep nights on, 6 days off (365 rota)

Pay rate:

£41,751 to £46,197 per annum, including opportunities to pick up overtime at an enhanced rate

What we are looking for:

Bly House is a two-bed, Ofsted registered children's home providing immediate intervention and trauma-informed therapeutic support. Over a 12-week placement, our young people are given security, support, and stabilization in a nurturing and peaceful environment. Every placement provides PACE principle residential care, access to education, and participation in outdoor/adventure activities.

If you are an experienced, qualified children's residential care worker eager to expand your skills and knowledge, we would love to hear from you!

What we can offer a Senior Children's Adventure Care Worker:

• Routes for progression and gaining additional qualifications (in children's care and activities)
• BILD accredited, paid induction training
• Access to a company app that provides high street discounts, online medical support, financial advice, and counseling
• A day off for your birthday (in addition to your holiday entitlement)
• Access to a holiday home in the Peak District where you can stay for free, courtesy of the company
• A warm, supportive work environment with a good work-life balance
• Much more! The estimated full-time salary is based on a pay rate of £14.15 to £16.05 per hour for days (depending on qualifications) and working 12 sleep-nights per month on average (at £60 per sleep night).

Essential requirements for a Senior Children's Adventure Care Worker:

• A minimum of 12 months experience in a children's residential care home
• A level 3 (or above) diploma in residential childcare (or close to completion)
• A full UK driving license
• A keen interest in outdoor and adventure activities
• Full right to work in the UK without restrictions
• In-depth knowledge of Ofsted regulations, expectations, and best practices
• Training and experience in de-escalation, safe restraint, and physical intervention (e.g., Team Teach, MAPA)
• Values aligned with Esland's, such as a therapeutic, person-centered approach to childcare
• Applicants must be aged 21 or above due to industry regulations

Successful employment is subject to satisfactory full enhanced disclosure, right to work, and reference checks in line with government regulations and safer recruitment practices (the company covers the costs). All young people are entitled to fair and balanced care. Esland employees are responsible for promoting equal opportunities and challenging discrimination on any grounds.