Residential Care worker

Company: HR GO Recruitment

Location: Ashford

Posted: May 9th, 2026

Job Description


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These three roles are located in Ashford, Kent and require driving and acsess to own car. These job roles will have an additional £6240 as the roles require 2 nights a week sleep ins which are paid at an additional £60 per sleep in. The two sleep ins / night shifts a week are non negotioable. These roles involve supporting vulnerable children of different ages and backgrounds, many of whom have experienced trauma and need help with daily life. It's a rewarding but challenging position focused on providing stability and care.During the day, when most children are at school or in lessons, duties include cooking, cleaning, laundry, ironing, and keeping the home maintained. Some children may be home-schooled, so you may also help supervise while tutors are present. Children often stay long-term, so building strong, consistent relationships and acting as a positive role model is key. You'll be based in one of three homes in the Ashford area, working closely with both the children and your team to create a safe, supportive environment. xwzovoh

Role 1 : Residentual care worker, two different contracts avaliable,

39 hours weekly : £26,668.20 + the addional ( £6240 for the sleep ins )

45 hours weekly : £30,771 + the addional ( £6240 for the sleep ins )

Role 2 : Senior residentual care worker,two different contracts avaliable.

39 hours weekly : Probation - £30,622.80 After - £31,677.36 + the addional ( £6240 for the sleep ins )

45 hours weekly :Probation - £35,334 + After - £36,580 + the addional ( £6240 for the sleep ins )

skills

- previous experience in a care seting or with vunerable children ( nessasary )

- NVQ levle 3 or equivelent ( bonus but not essential )

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