Children's Residential Child Care Worker
Children’s Residential Child Care Worker
Location: Leyland,. Preston | Pay Rate: £13–£14/hr + £60 sleep-in | Shift Pattern: 2on / 4off
Exceptional Care is a leading therapeutic children’s care provider in the Northwest. We are looking for compassionate, resilient individuals to support young people aged 8–17 with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties and Challenging Behaviours, guided by our values: Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Development, and Equality.
We require candidates to have gained NVQ Level 3/4 in Children and Young People within 2 years of working in a children’s residential setting.
This is a meaningful role where you will help create a safe, stable, and nurturing home environment, building trusted relationships and supporting young people to grow in confidence and independence.
The role
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Provide day-to-day care and emotional support to children and young people
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Build consistent, positive relationships that help young people feel safe and valued
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Support with education, routines, and daily living skills
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Work closely with professionals and external agencies
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Contribute to a structured, therapeutic home environment
About the role
What we offer
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Paid training and ongoing development opportunities
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Clear career progression pathways
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Length of service holiday increases – Awarding 1 additional paid day per year up to 3 years
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Long service awards
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Employee of the month and year awards
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£100 refer-a-friend bonus
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Medicash healthcare & gym membership perks
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Employee Assistance Programme
If you are passionate about making a real difference in a young person’s life, we would love to hear from you.
Please note: we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore cannot consider applicants who require visa sponsorship
About the company
PRIDE in our work, our professionalism, our young people and our organisation.
Required Criteria
- 6-12 months experience within Childrens Residential Setting
- Driving Licence
- NVQ Level 3/4 in Children and Young People within 2 years of working in a children’s residential setting
Desired Criteria
Skills you'll need
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