Residential Childcare Worker
Location: Flagg, Derbyshire
Salary: £14.50 per hour
Hours: Average 160 hours per month
Rota: 2 On, 4 Off Including Sleep-Ins
Full-Time Position
Are you passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of children and young people?
We are looking for caring, resilient and dedicated Residential Childcare Workers to join our team and help provide a safe, nurturing and supportive home for children and young people.
This role operates on a consistent 2 on, 4 off rota pattern, including sleep-in duties. The position averages approximately 160 hours per month and offers excellent work-life balance alongside rewarding and meaningful work.
As a Residential Childcare Worker, you will play a key role in supporting children and young people to achieve positive outcomes, develop independence, build confidence and experience stability within a therapeutic and child-focused environment.
What We Offer
- £14.50 per hour
- £50 per sleep-in
- Average 160 hours per month
- Consistent 2 on, 4 off rota
- Overtime opportunities available
- Fully funded training and development
- Full funding and support towards recognised Residential Childcare qualifications
- Genuine career progression opportunities
- Supportive and experienced management team
- Opportunity to work within a therapeutic, child-centred environment
- Opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people
Essential Requirements
- Full UK driving licence essential due to the rural location of the home and the requirements of the role
- A genuine passion for improving outcomes for children and young people
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to remain calm, professional and resilient in challenging situations
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Desirable Requirements
- Previous experience working with children and young people
- Previous residential childcare experience
- Level 3 Residential Childcare qualification (or willingness to work towards)
Please note that all appointments are subject to satisfactory references, an Enhanced DBS check, right to work checks and all safer recruitment requirements being met.
To apply, please complete our application form:
https://form.jotform.com/250413729402349
If you would like an informal chat about the role before applying, or have any questions, please contact:
[email protected]
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment.
Pay: £14.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Paid training
Work Location: In person
