Posted 3d ago

Senior Children's Residential Care Worker

@ Esland
Castle Donington, Derbyshire, United Kingdom
£35k-£39k/yrOnsiteMultiple Commitments Available
Responsibilities:Deliver care, Inspire futures, Work rotas
Requirements Summary:Experience in residential childcare; full UK driving licence; must be 21+; right to work in the UK; Level 3 childcare qualification.
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🌟 Join Little Owls – Make a Real Difference as a Senior Children's Residential Care Worker! 🌟


Are you ready to transform young lives while building a career you can be proud of? Esland’s Little Owls Home, rated Good by Ofsted, is looking for a Senior 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, quiet residential area, Little Owls is a place where children thrive. Our young people enjoy a wide range of activities and hobbies, including:
Outdoors & Experiences: Horse riding, museum visits, trips to parks, shopping, and meals out
Indoors: Baking, gaming, movies, Minecraft, and drama

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: £35,129 –  £38,554 (based on £13.80–£15.45 + 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 residential childcare
  • Have a level 3 qualification in childcare or equivalent  
✨ Why Join Little Owls?
  • 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 including your Level 5 
  • 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
  • Free use of our holiday home in the Peak District
  • A £500 ‘Refer a Friend’ bonus

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

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