Children’s Residential Care Worker

Children’s Residential Care Worker – EBD Service (Derby – Mickleover / Littleover)

Salary: £34,369 – £36,490.80 OTE (including sleep‑ins); Sign‑On Bonus: £1,000; Full‑time, Permanent (40 hours, alternate week shift pattern, including sleep‑ins).

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide day‑to‑day care, guidance, and emotional support to young people.
• Support children in developing confidence, independence, and social skills.
• Assist with daily routines, activities, and life skills development.
• Promote a safe, stable, and nurturing home environment.
• Support education, leisure activities, and community engagement.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to implement care plans.
• Maintain accurate records of behaviours, progress, and key events.
• Ensure safeguarding and wellbeing remain the priority at all times.

About You

• NVQ Level 3 or Level 4 in Health & Social Care (Children & Young People) or QCF Level 4 Children, Young People & Families Practitioner.
• At least 1 year experience within residential childcare.
• Experience supporting young people with EBD or complex needs (desirable).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A caring, resilient, and committed approach to supporting vulnerable young people.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

What’s on Offer

• Salary £34,369 – £36,490.80 OTE including sleep‑ins.
• £1,000 sign‑on bonus.
• Full‑time 40 hours per week with sleep‑ins.
• Alternate week shift pattern.
• Bonus and performance‑related incentives.
• Casual dress code.
• Discounted or free food.
• Sick pay.
• Supportive team environment and ongoing development opportunities.

Apply now by emailing your CV to oliver@healthrecruitnetwork.co.uk. For a confidential discussion, call 020 3854 0307.

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