Residential Childcare Worker
| Posting date: | 02 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £28,000 to £29,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 04 March 2026 |
| Location: | DH6 |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | The Care Hub |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | RCCW-Thornley-184777 |
Summary
Residential Childcare Worker – Thornley
A UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are required for this role with the willingness to get business insurance. We do not accept sponsorships for this job role, must hold a right to work in the UK.
Experience in children’s residential care is beneficial
What We Offer:
• Competitive salary: £28,000 - £29,000, dependent on experience and qualifications.
• Sleeps paid at £50 per night plus possibility of Over Time
• Mileage is paid at a rate of 40p per mile
• Comprehensive benefits package, including enhanced DBS check, healthcare plan, and excellent learning and development opportunities.
• Enjoy perks like our profit share scheme, recognition program, credit union saving scheme, free parking, and company events.
• Join a vibrant, inclusive culture that values your contributions and celebrates success.
Hours: 40 hours per week, to be worked on a rota basis, in accordance with the needs of the service. Flexibility is essential due to days, evenings, sleep-ins, waking nights and Bank Holidays are all required shifts.
Residential Childcare Officers are on a 2-week rolling rota (can be subject to change, based on the needs of the service).
Key Responsibilities and Duties
• To provide care and support to children and young people.
• Adhere to, uphold and exemplify the Group’s core values.
• To participate in duties associated with the home as directed by the home Management team
• To be aware of and comply with the statutory requirements and all the company’s policies and procedures including those of outdoor activities.
Job Purpose and Role
ROC the National Care Employer of the Year (2022) is looking for a Residential Childcare Worker to join the team in safe, nurturing, and caring homes for children and young people.
As a Residential Childcare Worker, you will be providing direct day-to-day care and to support Adolescents who display emotional or behavioural difficulties and/or learning disabilities, fulfil their potential, reach their aspirations, and participate in outdoor activities or alternative education. Assisting the team to provide the highest standard of care to any young person/s placed.
Requirements:
Experience with children or young people, or personal experience
A driving licence and access to a vehicle
Apply now if you want to make a difference
Do you want to support children and young people’s learning and personal development?
Do you want to make a difference in their lives?
Would you like to work with our innovative team that values honesty, commitment, flexibility, and integrity?
So – if you are an experienced Residential Childcare Worker, have applicable life experience or someone currently working with children and looking for a change in career apply now or call on 0330 335 8999.