£30,385 Your salary rises to £30,385 once you complete your Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, which we fund in full.
On top of that, in year one
- New starter bonus £3,000
- Mileage supplement, by distance from home £240 to £600
- Childcare reimbursed at 50%, if you have costs up to £5,000
- Subsidised gym membership £300
- Long service bonus £1,000 a year
Illustrative maximums. Eligibility, timing and qualifying periods vary by benefit. Full terms provided with your offer. Work out your own package .
- No care experience needed We fund your Level 3 Diploma in full, alongside specialist training in safeguarding, trauma-informed practice, positive behaviour support, first aid and medication.
- Part-time considered Full-time, part-time. Tell us what works and we'll see what we can do.
- No sleep-ins on this role Early, late and weekend shifts on a consistent rolling rota.
What the job is
Genesis CTE (Care, Therapy & Education) stands out as a rewarding and purpose-driven workplace nestled within the peaceful rural landscapes of Gloucestershire and Worcestershire. You'll be part of a close-knit, compassionate team delivering residential therapeutic support to young people who have experienced trauma and emotional or behavioural challenges to enable them to thrive.
Make a real difference every day
Support young people who have experienced trauma, helping them feel safe, seen and heard. Be the steady, reliable adult they can trust, at home and out in the wider community.
Support routines, learning and life skills
Help young people with daily routines, appointments, schoolwork and activities. Encourage independence, celebrate progress and be a constant presence in their everyday lives.
Days out, activities and getting stuck in
Beach trips, bike rides, cinema, cooking, days out in the countryside. You'll drive company cars, plan activities and be part of the fun as well as the difficult moments.
Create a safe, homely environment
Work as part of a small team to provide day-to-day care in a warm, nurturing home where young people feel valued and accepted. Cooking together, sorting bedrooms, sitting down for a meal, the ordinary things that make a house a home.
You must have
- A full UK manual driving licence Required
- To be over 21 Required
- The right to work in the UK Required
Company cars are provided. Care experience is not required, and we fund your training from day one. We are not able to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
What we are looking for
- The ability to remain calm in challenging situations
- A genuine passion for working with young people
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- A flexible, proactive attitude and a willingness to get involved
- Emotional resilience, and openness to learning and feedback
- A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and trauma-informed practice
The training was fully funded and the support never stopped. I came in with no experience and I'm now a senior. They genuinely build you up.
What the job pays for, beyond salary
The ones people ask about most. There are 27 more, all with their real values, on the benefits page.
- Company pension Auto-enrolment with employer contribution
- Up to 50% childcare costs reimbursed A genuine differentiator - no local authority or major private provider offers this
- Funded Level 3 QCF In Residential Childcare, fully paid - worth £2,000+ if self-funded
Level 4 and 5 funded as you progress into senior and management roles
