Esland
Childrens Residential Support Worker
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Childrens Residential Support Worker
Children’s Support Worker
Department: Residential Location: Cherry Blossom – Barnsley Compensation: £35,122 – £35,745 per year (hourly equivalent: £13.45 – £13.75)
Are you someone who believes every young person deserves the chance to thrive?
At Esland, we provide trauma-informed, therapeutic care for children aged 8–18, many of whom have experienced adverse childhood experiences and complex trauma. Our dedicated team helps them feel safe, understood, and empowered to build brighter futures.
Our home in Barnsley is seeking a full-time Children’s Support Worker to join our compassionate and valued team.
About the Role
You’ll be part of a team of like-minded individuals who make a meaningful difference. As a professional ‘parent’ figure, your role includes:
- Building nurturing, trusting relationships with our young people to support their emotional well-being and personal development.
- Assistance with emotional regulation, daily routines, and household responsibilities.
- Collaborating on educational access and engagement, while keeping detailed records.
- Supporting fun, engaging activities aligned with their interests, all while prioritising safeguarding at all times.
Working Patterns:
- 48-hour shifts, including paid sleep-ins, followed by a full 4-day break (we operate a 365 service).
- Paid bank holidays.
- Overtime opportunities available.
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Note: Estimated figures assume 6–10 sleep nights/month (paid £60 per night).
What We Offer
- Competitive salary of £35,122–£35,745 (or £13.45–£13.75/hr), adjusted for qualifications.
- Birthday off (in addition to 20 days of paid leave).
- Casual dress code.
- Free meals provided while on shift.
- Premium pay for overtime and bank holidays.
- Comprehensive training, certified by the Bild Association.
- Career progression—we promoted over 100 employees internally last year!
- Employee Assistance Program, online GP, counselling, healthcare and cashback discounts.
- Esland Rewards app for exclusive discounts and gift vouchers.
- A supportive, values-based team culture and long-term job satisfaction.
Programmes and Opportunities
Child Psychotherapy Programme: Explore your own thought processes about trauma and complex clinical needs. Many staff develop a deep understanding of child development in this context.
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications & Traits:
✦ Full UK driving licence ✦ Unrestricted right to work in the UK ✦ Person-centred, therapeutic approach aligned with Esland’s values ✦ Emotionally resilient and compassionate—firm, but empathetic ✦ 21+ years old (mandatory due to UK safeguarding regulations) ✦ Positive Attitude: Willingness to embrace both the challenges and rewards of the role
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Desired Skills (Not Essential but Helpful):
- Experience with care, education, mental health support, or youth work.
- Direction in hands-on school management or mentoring roles.
Income Examples
- Sleep-ins: £60 per night (~6–10/month).
- Yearly total: Reaches up to £35,745 pa (+, at глаз, recognition).
Safeguarding Commitments
⚠️ Essential:
- Full Enhanced DBS check and reference verification.
- Covers costs for successful applicants.
🔹 Equal Opportunity Promise: Esland fosters inclusivity. Employees resist discrimination or biases based on race, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other factor.
Why Join Esland?
With adventure and difficulty comes the most rewarding experience of a career. You’ll affect the lives of vulnerable children in profound ways—unlock their potential, safeguard their futures.
Ready to make this life-changing difference?
Apply today!
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