Children's Residential Support Worker

Children's Residential Support Worker

Department: Residential

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Orchard Farm - Buxton

Reporting To: Home Manager

Compensation: £31,917 - £32,540 / year

Description

Make a real difference - Join us as a Children's Residential Support Worker!

Are you passionate about helping children thrive? At Esland, we believe every child deserves a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment. Join our team and start a truly rewarding career where you'll make a lasting impact.

Pay rate: £31,917 - £32,540 per annum (based on 8 sleeps per month and an hourly rate of £12.60 - £12.90 per hour). Opportunities to pick up overtime at enhanced rate.

Location: Buxton

Hours: 173 hours per month - the most common shift pattern is 2 days on, 3 days off, with sleep in's (shifts may vary). Rotas provided in advance.

Work that matters: We're a 365-day service because children need us every day.

What we're looking for:

A nurturing, patient, and resilient person who truly cares.

Essential requirements:

• Full UK driving licence.
• The right to work in the UK.
• Due to industry regulations, applicants must be over 21.

Why choose Esland?

Career growth: Clear progression routes to Senior Support Worker and Management roles - we had over 100 internal promotions last year!

Training: Paid, BILD-accredited induction and the chance to gain qualifications in Residential Childcare

Perks:

• High street discounts, online GP, financial advice & counselling via our company app.
• Birthday day off, cycle-to-work scheme, monthly recognition awards.
• Casual dress, free meals on shift, and even free access to our Peak District holiday home!

What you'll do:

• Provide high-quality care and emotional support to children in a safe, nurturing environment.
• Every day is different - from helping with daily routines to planning fun activities tailored to the children's interests.
• Most importantly, you'll be a positive role model who helps them achieve amazing outcomes.

Ready to make a difference?

Join a team that's passionate about changing children's lives for the better. Apply today and start your journey with Esland!

(Employment subject to Enhanced DBS, right-to-work, and reference checks - costs covered by us).