Residential Care Worker

Job Introduction

 Children’s Residential Care Worker 
⏰ Hours: 40 hours per week (including sleep-ins, weekends, and shifts)
 Pay: £13.22 per hour + £70.50 per sleep-in

Are you passionate about making a real difference in children’s lives?

We are looking for caring and committed Residential Care Workers to join our team in The Beeches. This is a rewarding opportunity to support young people in a safe, stable, and nurturing home environment where they can grow, develop, and achieve positive outcomes.

About the Role

As a Residential Care Worker, you will play a key role in supporting young people in their daily lives, helping them build confidence, independence, and essential life skills.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing a warm, safe, and supportive environment
• Building positive relationships with young people
• Supporting care plans and daily routines
• Maintaining accurate records and reports
• Promoting independence and emotional wellbeing

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with children and young people (preferred)
• A genuine passion for supporting and caring for young people
• Level 3 in Children & Young People’s Residential Care (or willingness to work towards)
• A positive, resilient, and team-focused approach
• Full UK driving licence (preferred)

What We Offer

Build Your Career

• Fully funded qualifications and clear pathways into Team Leader, Deputy and Registered Manager roles
• Ongoing learning and development through structured programmes and hands-on experience
• Opportunities to step up, take on responsibility, and grow within the organisation

 Feel Supported

• 24/7 access to confidential support through our Employee Assistance Programme
• OnDemand GP access
• A strong team culture where people support each other day-to-day

 Work That Works for You

• 28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays), increasing with service
• Celebrate your birthday!
• Wellbeing days to support staff when needed
• Team-based working patterns

 Be Part of Something Bigger

• Opportunities to get involved in our international projects, including trips to Tanzania supporting local communities
• A values-led organisation focused on making a genuine difference — not just commercially, but socially

 The Essentials

• Pension with NEST
• Access to discounts via Sage Employee Benefits and Blue Light Card
• Employee referral bonus scheme
• Long service recognition awards
• On-site parking (where available)
• Relaxed dress code

About Silver Birch Care Holdings Limited

Silver Birch Care (Holdings) Limited (SBCHL) is a leading provider of high-quality education, accommodation, care, and support for children and young people aged 6–25 across the UK. Through our family of specialist services — including Silver Birch Care, The Beeches, Benecare, Clover Childcare Services, and our independent specialist schools — we operate more than 60 children's homes and supported living services across London, Peterborough, Northampton, Kent, and Norfolk. 

We are proud that Clover Childcare Services is one of only two Dyadic Developmental Practice (DDP) Certified Organisations in the UK, reflecting our deep commitment to trauma-informed, attachment-focused care. Working in partnership with over 60 local authorities, we are trusted as a provider of choice to help children and young people overcome obstacles, celebrate achievements, and develop the skills they need to live safe, happy, and successful lives. Our qualified and dedicated teams are committed to nurturing every individual, ensuring they feel safe, supported, and valued.

Safeguarding 

Silver Birch Care Holdings is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and well-being of children and young people. Appointments are made subject to the satisfactory completion of safer recruitment employment checks in line with Ofsted regulations. This will include satisfactory references, enhanced DBS from the Disclosures and Barring Service and, where applicable, any international equivalent being obtained. 

Apply now and start a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference.