At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people in daily life, building confidence and essential life skills.
- Company: Silver Birch Care Holdings, a family-owned provider of high-quality care.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 28 days holiday, and fully funded qualifications.
- Other info: Join a supportive team culture with opportunities for international projects.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience with children preferred; passion for care is essential.
The predicted salary is between 27497 - 27497 £ per year.
Visa Sponsorship: This role is not eligible for UK skilled worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
THE ROLE AT A GLANCE
- Location: The Beeches UK
- Hours: 40 hours per week (including sleep-ins, weekends, and shifts)
- Salary: £27,497 per annum
- Sleep-in Pay: Up to £700 per month (dependent on sleep-ins worked)
- Overtime: Paid at time and a quarter (x1.25) once the minimum 40 hours are worked
About the Role
- As a Residential Care Worker, you will play a key role in supporting young people in their daily lives, helping them build confidence, independence, and essential life skills.
- Providing a warm, safe, and supportive environment
- Building positive relationships with young people
- Supporting care plans and daily routines
- Maintaining accurate records and reports
- Promoting independence and emotional wellbeing
What We’re Looking For
- Experience working with children and young people (preferred)
- A genuine passion for supporting and caring for young people
- Level 3 in Children & Young People’s Residential Care (or willingness to work towards)
- A positive, resilient, and team-focused approach
- Full UK driving licence (preferred)
What We Offer
- Build Your Career
- Fully funded qualifications and clear pathways into Team Leader, Deputy and Registered Manager roles
- Ongoing learning and development through structured programmes and hands-on experience
- Opportunities to step up, take on responsibility, and grow within the organisation
- 24/7 access to confidential support through our Employee Assistance Programme
- OnDemand GP access
- A strong team culture where people support each other day-to-day
Work That Works for You
- 28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays), increasing with service
- Birthday Recognition – Celebrating our people on their special day
- Wellbeing days to support staff when needed
- Team-based working patterns
Be Part of Something Bigger
- Opportunities to get involved in our international projects, including trips to Tanzania supporting local communities
- A values-led organisation focused on making a genuine difference — not just commercially, but socially
The Essentials
- Pension with NEST
- Access to discounts via Sage Employee Benefits and Blue Light Card
- Long service recognition awards
- On-site parking (where available)
- Relaxed dress code
About Silver Birch Care Holdings
Silver Birch Care Holdings is a leading provider of high-quality education, supported accommodation, residential care, and specialist support for children and young people aged 5 to 25 across the UK. We are a family owned provider, driven by our commitment to care. This makes us different from other organisations in the sector. Because we are not owned by venture capital investors or corporate shareholders, we reinvest any surplus funds into our services and support charities around the world. Through our family of services – including Silver Birch Care, Silver Birch Care (Residential Services), The Beeches, Benecare, and Clover Childcare Services, alongside our two independent specialist schools – we operate more than 60 children’s homes and supported living services across London, Peterborough, Northampton, Kent, and Norfolk. We are proud that Clover Childcare Services is the UK’s first Dyadic Developmental Practice (DDP) Residential Certified Organisation, reflecting our strong commitment to trauma-informed and attachment-focused care. Working in partnership with over 60 local authorities, we support children and young people to overcome challenges, celebrate their achievements, and build the skills they need to live safe, happy, and fulfilling lives. Our experienced and dedicated teams nurture every individual, ensuring they feel safe, supported, and valued.
Safeguarding
Silver Birch Care Holdings is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and well-being of children and young people. Appointments are made subject to the satisfactory completion of safer recruitment employment checks in line with Ofsted regulations. This will include satisfactory references, enhanced DBS from the Disclosures and Barring Service and, where applicable, any international equivalent being obtained.
Residential Care Worker in Peterborough employer: Silver Birch Care
At Silver Birch Care, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of young people. Our supportive work culture fosters personal and professional growth, offering fully funded qualifications and clear career pathways, alongside a strong team environment where colleagues uplift one another. With competitive pay, generous holiday allowances, and unique opportunities to engage in international projects, joining our team means becoming part of a values-led organisation committed to social change.
