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Senior Children's Care Worker

Job in Derby, Derbyshire, DE1, England, UK
Listing for: Brook Street
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-12
Job specializations:
  • Child Care/Nanny
    Child Development/Support, Childminder / Nanny, Childcare Director/Daycare Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 43740 - 48186 GBP Yearly GBP 43740.00 48186.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Senior Children s Adventure Care Worker

Buxton, Derbyshire
£43,740 - £48,186 per annum
4 Days On, 6 Days Off Rota

We are recruiting for a Senior Children s Adventure Care Worker to join a specialist children s residential home in Buxton.

This is a unique opportunity to combine therapeutic residential childcare with outdoor and adventure-based activities, supporting young people through a trauma-informed approach. You will help provide a safe, nurturing environment where children can develop confidence, resilience and independence while achieving positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities
  • Deliver high-quality care and support to young people
  • Build positive and trusting relationships
  • Support emotional wellbeing and behaviour management
  • Participate in outdoor and adventure activities
  • Maintain accurate records and care plans
  • Ensure safeguarding and child protection procedures are followed
  • Support young people with daily routines, education and life skills
Requirements
  • Minimum 12 months  experience within a Children s Residential Home
  • Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or above, or close to completion
  • Full UK Driving Licence
  • Knowledge of safeguarding, Ofsted standards and residential childcare legislation
  • Experience of de-escalation and physical intervention techniques
  • Passion for supporting vulnerable young people and outdoor activities
  • Right to work in the UK
  • Applicants must be aged 21+ due to industry regulations
Benefits
  • Salary up to £48,186 per annum
  • Enhanced overtime opportunities
  • Fully funded training and qualifications
  • Career progression opportunities
  • Free meals on shift
  • Health and wellbeing support
  • High street discounts and cashback scheme
  • Additional birthday leave
  • Supportive team environment

If you are an experienced Residential Childcare professional looking for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you.

Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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