Children's Residential Support Worker

Esland Group; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's care organization in Barnsley is seeking dedicated individuals to provide outstanding childcare and support to young people. The role involves fostering positive relationships and engaging in activities for their development. Ideal candidates will have a driving licence and a commitment to a therapeutic, person-centred approach. Competitive salary and various employee benefits including training and holiday perks are offered.

Benefits

Access to a holiday home in the Peak District

One day off for your birthday

Clear route for progression

Paid BILD accredited induction training

Company app with discounts

Qualifications

• Must hold a full UK driving licence.
• Must have full right to work in the UK with no restrictions.
• Desirable to have prior experience in a children's care role.
• Must demonstrate values in line with the company's approach.
• Must be aged 21 or above due to industry regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide outstanding childcare and support for young people.
• Support domestic needs and education.
• Engage young people in fun activities and excursions.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Childcare experience

Values in line with therapeutic approach

Job description

Department: Residential

Location: Apple Tree - Barnsley

Compensation: £30,477.00 - £33,980.00 per annum (base), £12.60 to £12.90 per hour, £60 per sleep night

Do you really want to make a positive impact on our young people's lives and help empower them to flourish and grow? Are you able to build positive and trusting relationships within our supportive and nurturing homes? If so, we are looking for you to join our highly valued teams. Don’t delay – apply today to start a truly rewarding career!

Hours

2 days on, 4 days off (including sleep nights). We are a 365‑day service; rotas are given in advance.

Responsibilities

Provide outstanding childcare and support our young people to achieve amazing outcomes. Support their domestic needs, education, socialisation skills, learning new things and engaging in fun activities and excursions together.

Qualifications

• A full UK driving licence
• Full right to work in the UK with no restrictions
• Prior experience in a children’s care role (desirable)
• Values in line with Esland’s therapeutic, person‑centred approach
• Age 21 or above (due to industry regulations)

Successful employment is subject to satisfactory Full Enhanced Disclosure, right to work and reference checks in line with government regulations and Safer Recruitment Practices (the company will cover the costs).

Benefits

• Access to a holiday home in the Peak District (free stays)
• One day off for your birthday (in addition to holiday entitlement)
• Clear route for progression and opportunity to undertake a qualification once employed
• Paid BILD accredited induction training
• Company app providing high‑street discounts, online medical support, financial advice and counselling

All young people are equally entitled to have their needs met in a fair and balanced way. Esland employees are responsible for promoting equal opportunities for all and for challenging any behaviour or practice which discriminates against any young person or colleague on the grounds of race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation, or any other perceived difference.