Children's Residential Care Worker
Department: Residential
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Little Owl House - Castle Donington
Compensation: £34,402 - £35,025 / year
Description
Join Little Owls – 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 Little Owls 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, 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: £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 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
- 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
- £500 ‘Refer a Friend’ bonus
Join Little Owls and be part of something extraordinary — where your work truly makes a difference every day.
Children's Residential Care Worker employer: Esland North
Esland North is dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing environment for children with complex behavioural, emotional, and social needs. The company values passionate leadership and offers competitive compensation, including bonuses, for those committed to transforming young lives. With a focus on professional growth and a supportive work culture, Esland North is an attractive employer for individuals looking to make a meaningful impact in children's care.
