You don't need any qualifications to start your career in residential childcare, as long as you've got the right personal qualities - such as a caring nature, patience, resilience and the ability to work as part of a life-changing team. You'll get paid while you train and supported every step of the way to progress your career.
Schedule: 37.5 hours on average a week, Monday – Sunday shifts between 08:00 – 22:00 or 08:00 – 23:00 with a sleep in.
Salary:
Starting Salary: £25,174.50 annually, plus £50.00 for each sleep-in shift
Confirmed in Post: £25,564.50 annually, plus £52.00 for each sleep-in shift
Shift Lead – Senior Pathway: £26,929.50 annually, plus £60.00 for each sleep-in shift
Benefits:
- Fully funded Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare.
- Earn a £100 bonus for achieving a ‘Good’ Ofsted rating and £200 for an ‘Outstanding’ rating.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, offering support for wellbeing and mental health, plus exclusive discounts at various businesses.
- Discounted gym membership.
- Opportunity to win up to £100 for Team member of the quarter.
- Complimentary meals during your shifts.
- Earn £100 with our refer a colleague program
About Willow Lodge
Willow Lodge is a three-bedroom children’s home located in Burton upon Trent, dedicated to supporting young people aged 7–17 with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) and a range of additional needs.
The home accommodates up to three young people at a time, allowing for a highly personalised and therapeutic approach to care. Willow Lodge provides a safe, nurturing and structured environment where young people are supported to explore new opportunities, build meaningful relationships, and develop their confidence, independence and social-emotional skills.
Our Commitment
Lundi Education and Care Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
We are an equal opportunities employer, embracing diversity, inclusion and the belief in “potential not perfection.”
All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £25,174.50-£30,637.50 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Application question(s):
- Do you hold a full UK manual/automatic driving licence?
- Do you have the right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship now or in the future?
- Will you require visa sponsorship to work in the UK?
- This role involves working with children who may display challenging behaviour, including aggression. Are you comfortable with this?
- Do you have experience working with children or vulnerable individuals?
Work Location: In person
