Oakfield House, is currently expanding, and we are seeking dedicated, compassionate, and resilient individuals to join our team supporting children and young people in a residential setting.
Current Vacancies
Senior Care Mentors (Senior Residential Support Workers)
- £15.60 per hour
- 40 hours per week
- 2 positions available
Care Mentors (Residential Support Workers)
- £13.00 per hour
- 40 hours per week
- 7 positions available
Waking Night Staff
- £13.50 per hour
- 36–48 hours per week
- 3 positions available
Contract Type
Additional Pay & Benefits
- On-call allowance: £40 per day
- If called in: hourly rate paid on top of on-call allowance
- Sleep-in shifts: £80 per night
- Bi-weekly retention meetings to support your development and wellbeing (optional participation)
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- Supportive team environment focused on staff wellbeing
About the Role
You will play a vital role in creating a safe, nurturing, and structured environment where young people can thrive. Responsibilities include:
- Building positive and trusting relationships with young people
- Supporting emotional, social, and behavioural development
- Promoting a safe and structured home environment
- Engaging young people in meaningful activities
- Maintaining accurate records and contributing to care planning
- Working collaboratively as part of a dedicated team
Senior roles will include additional responsibilities such as key working, leading shifts, and supporting junior staff.
Waking Night Staff will focus on ensuring the safety and wellbeing of young people overnight, maintaining a calm environment, and completing regular checks and reporting.
What We’re Looking For
- Experience working with children and young people (residential experience desirable)
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Resilience, empathy, and a positive attitude
- Willingness to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people
- A full UK driving licence (preferred for day roles)
Relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 3 in Residential Childcare or willingness to work towards) are desirable.
We welcome passionate individuals who want to make a real difference in young people’s lives.
Apply today and be part of a team that truly cares.
Please note that sponsorship is NOT available for any of these roles.
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Pay: £13.00-£15.60 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Flexible schedule
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Application question(s):
- Do you require sponsorship or have visa restrictions?
Experience:
- Childcare: 1 year (required)
- Support worker: 1 year (required)
- Residential support worker : 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
