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Senior Children's Residential Care Worker

Esland
Little Owl House - Castle Donington£35k–39kOn-site1mo ago
Employment
Permanent Full Time
Seniority
Senior

About the role

  • Deliver high-quality care and emotional support to children, ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
  • Inspire brighter futures with consistency, compassion, and resilience.
  • Be part of a dedicated team in a 365-day service, with structured rotas and long shifts (7.30am–11pm), including sleep-in nights.
  • Annual salary: £35,129 –  £38,554 (based on £13.80–£15.45 + 8 sleep-ins/month; dependent on qualifications)  (Pay rate effective from 1st April 2026)
  • Opportunity for additional earnings through enhanced overtime and extra shifts

  • Full UK Driving Licence
  • Must be 21+ and have the right to work in the UK (sponsorship not available)
  •  Experience in residential childcare
  • Have a level 3 qualification in childcare or equivalent  
  • Work in a home rated Good by Ofsted, reflecting our commitment to quality care
  • Be part of a supportive, professional team
  • Make a meaningful difference every single day
  • Career development with clear routes for progression and opportunities to gain professional qualifications including your Level 5 
  • BILD-accredited, paid induction training to ensure you feel confident and supported
  • Exclusive staff benefits: access to a company app for discounts, online medical support, financial advice, and counselling
  • A day off for your birthday, in addition to your holiday entitlement
  • Free use of our holiday home in the Peak District
  • A £500 ‘Refer a Friend’ bonus

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