Children's Residential Care Worker
Esland
Tunstall, SittingbourneView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£37,205 to £37,828
Contract
Not specified
Hours
Full time
Closing date
Not specified
In plain English
What this job actually involves
You will look after children in a residential home, working long days and occasional night shifts. The role suits caring people who can handle a busy schedule and want to help children.
What you'll need
- A genuine desire to support vulnerable children
- Ability to work long shifts and occasional sleep‑in nights
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Relevant health and social care qualification (e.g., Level 3) or willingness to train
- Clear DBS (background) check
How to boost your chances
- Read the full rota schedule before applying
- Prepare examples of past caring or teamwork experience
- Check you meet the DBS requirement early
- Tailor your CV to show any child‑care or social‑work experience
- Be ready to discuss flexible working and night shifts in interview
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Job description
Do you want to make a difference to a child’s life? Then become a highly valued children's residential care worker and start a truly rewarding career! Hours: 173 Hours per Month, Long shift working 8am-11pm (with sleep nights). We are a 365 day a year service due to the nature of our work. Rotas given in advance. Pay rate: A salary of £37,205 to £37,828 per year, depending on qualifications (based on a pay rate of £14.80 to £15.10 per hour - depending on qualifications - and undertaking 8 sleep…
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Provenance
Source
Adzuna
First seen
7 October 2026
Last checked
14 October 2026
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