Job Description

Join Our Team at The Beeches UK - Make a Real Difference in Young Lives

Location: Peterborough

Role: Residential Care Worker

Salary: 12.69 per hour + 70.50 per sleep-in shift

Hours: Full-time - 40 hours per week (3 shifts + 1 sleep-in per week)

Why Work With Us?

3 Shifts Per Week

1 Paid Sleep-In Shift Weekly (70.50 per night)

40 Hours a Week with Overtime Available

Opportunities for Career Progression

Fully Funded Ofsted-Recognised Qualifications

Excellent Work-Life Balance

Be Valued, Respected, and Truly Heard

Be Part of a Growing Organisation Where You're More Than Just a Number

If this sounds like the kind of place you want to be - we want to hear from you!

About The Beeches UK

Our vision is simple: to provide meaningful support and care to children and young people with learning difficulties and challenging behaviours. We champion independence, diversity, and individual uniqueness - and we're passionate about helping our young people thrive in safe, supportive environments.

We create more than just homes - we build environments where children and young people feel safe, empowered, and able to grow. While you're working in our

Children's Residential Care,

you'll play a crucial role in helping them achieve what matters most to them.

The Role: Children's Residential Care Worker

As a Residential Care Worker, you'll be a positive influence, a role model, and a steady presence in a young person's life. Your role will vary from day to day - and that's what makes it so rewarding.

Key Responsibilities

Support young people with their

education, behaviour, and mental well-being

Help them experience a childhood they can

cherish and grow from

Accompany them to appointments and work closely with professionals (doctors, social workers, teachers) Engage them in enriching activities and encourage

positive behaviour

Respond effectively in emergencies to ensure safety and well-being Maintain accurate records, handovers, risk assessments, and care plans Ensure compliance with regulations:

Health & Safety, COSHH, RIDDOR

, and others

What We're Looking For

Compassionate, patient, and driven individuals A genuine passion for working with children and young people Flexibility to work on a set rota including

15-hour day/evening shifts

,

sleep-ins

, and

weekends

Commitment to being a

consistent, positive presence

in young lives

What You'll Receive

28 days holiday (including bank holidays)

Fair and competitive pay

Pension contributions

(NEST Scheme)

Birthday bonus

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Access to Sage Employee Benefits Scheme

All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. Terms and conditions apply depending on contract type. Successful candidates will be classed as key workers.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Be part of a team where your work

truly matters

, and every day brings the chance to help a young person move forward in life.

Apply today - we can't wait to meet you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 12.69 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Free parking On-site parking Referral programme
Application question(s):

We do not offer 20 hour contracts. Can you work a minimum of 30 hours a week? We are unable to offer sponsorship. Do you have a Right to Work within the UK with no restrictions?
Experience:

Residential Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person