About this role
🌟 Join Oakwood – 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 Oakwood 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 residential area surrounded by fields, Oakwood is a place where children thrive. Our young people enjoy a mix of hobbies , including: Outdoors: Rollerblading, bowling, trips to parks Experiences: Cinema visits, VR experiences Indoors: Baking, gaming, movies, chess, Pokémon cards, Minecraft, coding 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 Oakwood? 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 A £500 ‘Refer a Friend’ bonus Join Oakwood and be part of something extraordinary — where your work truly makes a difference every day. .