Senior Children's Care Worker
Job in
Derby, Derbyshire, DE1, England, UK
Listed on 2026-09-12
Listing for:
Brook Street
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-12
Job specializations:
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Child Care/Nanny
Child Development/Support, Childminder / Nanny, Childcare Director/Daycare Manager
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
- 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
- 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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