Location: Peterborough
⏰ Hours: 40 hours per week (including sleep-ins, weekends, and shifts)
Salary: £36,629 per annum + up to £700 additional pay per month for sleep-in shifts
Sleep-in Pay: Up to £700 per month (dependent on sleep-ins worked)
⏱ Shift Pattern: 1 day on, 2 days off rotation
Overtime: Paid at time and a quarter (x1.25) once the minimum 40 hours are worked
⚠ Visa Sponsorship: This role is not eligible for UK skilled worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
ARE YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT MAKING A REAL DIFFERENCE?
We are looking for experienced, caring, and committed Residential Care Workers to join our team full-time.This is a rewarding opportunity to support young people in a stable and nurturing home environment — one where they can grow, build confidence, and achieve positive outcomes.
You will play a key role in young people's daily lives, helping them develop independence, resilience, and essential life skills. Experience in childcare or a related setting is preferred, and your knowledge and insight will directly shape the quality of care we provide.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
* Providing a warm, safe, and supportive environment for young people
* Building positive, trusting relationships that help young people thrive
* Supporting and contributing to individual care plans and daily routines
* Maintaining accurate records, logs, and reports
* Promoting independence, emotional wellbeing, and positive life skills
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
* Experience: Working with children and young people in a care, education, or support setting is preferred but not essential
* Passion: A genuine, person-centred approach to supporting young people
* Qualification: Level 3 in Children & Young People's Residential Care is essential.
* Driving: Full UK driving licence preferred
* Approach: Positive, resilient, and a collaborative team player who can work flexibly across shifts
WHAT WE OFFER
Build Your Career
* Fully funded Level 5 Leadership & Management enrolment
* Clear career pathways into Registered Manager roles
* Ongoing structured learning and hands-on development
* Opportunities to take on responsibility and grow within the organisation
Salary description
£17.61 - £17.61 per hour