Description
Be the stability a young person needs. Join Esland as a Children’s Adventure Care Worker and help shape brighter futures through care, intervention and activities.
Department: Assessments
Location: Moorland Cottage - Buxton
Compensation: £40,464 - £42,804 per year
Hours
4 days on, 6 days off (with sleep nights). We are a 365‑day service due to the nature of our work. Rotas are given in advance.
Key Duties
* Support 8 to 18‑year‑olds in a residential care setting
* Create a safe, nurturing, and fun environment where they can flourish
* Plan and take part in exciting activities—from outdoor adventures to creative projects
* Be a positive role model, helping build confidence, resilience, and life skills
* Work as part of a passionate, supportive team that values every voice
What we can offer
* A day off for your birthday (in addition to your holiday entitlement)
* Access to a holiday home in the Peak District
* Casual dress code
* Free food while you are on shift
* Enhanced pay rates for overtime and bank holidays
* Comprehensive induction and ongoing training (accredited by the Bild Association)
* Career development opportunities — over 100 internal promotions last year
* Access to an Employee Assistance Program, Online GP, healthcare and cashback, discounts and gift vouchers
* Monthly recognition awards
Requirements
* Experience in a children's residential care home (highly desirable)
* A Level 3 (or above) diploma in residential childcare (desirable)
* Experience within care, education, mental health support and/or youth activities (essential)
* A full driving licence issued in the UK (essential)
* Full right to work in the UK with no restrictions (essential)
* Values in line with Esland's: therapeutic, person‑centred approach to childcare (essential)
* A keen interest in outdoor and adventure activities (essential)
* Age 21 or above (essential)
Successful employment is subject to satisfactory Full Enhanced Disclosure, right to work and reference checks in line with government regulations and Safer Recruitment Practices (the company will cover the costs).
All young people are equally entitled to have their needs met in a fair and balanced way. Esland employees are responsible for promoting equal opportunities for all and for challenging any behaviour or practice which discriminates against any young person or colleague on the grounds of race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation, or any other perceived difference.
Terms and conditions apply
Apply today to become part of our highly valued team!
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