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Children's Residential Care Worker

On-site in Derby·Full-time·Added 7 days ago (last checked 12 Oct)

Esland

52 open roles

Overview

Job details

  • £34,402 - £35,025 a year

    Gross, as stated in the ad.

    About £2,360 - £2,390 a month after tax.

  • Permanent contract

    Full-time.

Requirements

  • Work on-site in Derby

    No relocation package mentioned.

Skills

The role

🌟 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.
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