Esland

Children's Residential Care Worker

DerbyOn-sitePosted today

£34,402 to £35,025 a year

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Pay: £34,402 to £35,025 a year
Contract: Full-time
Hours: Long shifts (7.30am–11pm), structured rotas, including sleep-in nights (8 sleep-ins a month); 365-day service
Experience: Entry level
Location: Derby
Closing date: Not stated

The job in short

Provide day-to-day care and emotional support to children in a residential home, supporting their safety, wellbeing and hobbies. Works structured rotas, long shifts and sleep-in nights in a 365-day service.

What they need

Full UK driving licence
Aged 21 or over
Right to work in the UK (sponsorship not available)

Full listing from EslandShow

🌟 Join Oakwood – Make a Real Difference as a Children's Residential Care Worker! 🌟

Are you ready to transform young lives while building a career you can be proud of? Esland’s Oakwood Home, rated Good by Ofsted, is looking for a Children’s Residential Care Worker to join our passionate, dedicated team. Every day here is full of purpose, growth, and the chance to make a lasting impact.

Nestled in a peaceful residential area surrounded by fields, Oakwood is a place where children thrive. Our young people enjoy a mix of hobbies, including:

Outdoors: Rollerblading, bowling, trips to parks
Experiences: Cinema visits, VR experiences
Indoors: Baking, gaming, movies, chess, Pokémon cards, Minecraft, coding

We provide a safe, nurturing environment where every child is supported to reach their full potential.

🕒 What You’ll Do

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.

💰 What You’ll Earn

Annual salary: £34,402 – £35,025 (based on £13.45–£13.75 + 8 sleep-ins/month; dependent on qualifications) (Pay rate effective from 1st April 2026)
Opportunity for additional earnings through enhanced overtime and extra shifts

✅ What You’ll Need

Full UK Driving Licence
Must be 21+ and have the right to work in the UK (sponsorship not available)
Experience in childcare or the wider care sector is required

✨ Why Join Oakwood?

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
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
A £500 ‘Refer a Friend’ bonus

Join Oakwood and be part of something extraordinary — where your work truly makes a difference every day.