Job Description
Children's Residential Care Worker
Location: Chilton Polden, Bridgwater
Salary: £26,395.20 to £27,684.80 + £3,000 sleep-in bonus (annual average)
Pay & Benefits
* £12.69 - £13.31 per hour (DOE)
* Overtime paid at 1.25
* Sleep-in shifts: £3600 per annum (up to 10 shifts/month)
* Access to discounts at major retailers (ASDA, Tesco, M&S, etc.)
* Health benefits, including dental and optical cashback after 2 years
* Support: 24/7 helpline and hardship grants through the CareTech Foundation.
* A Place to Call Home: Work in comfortable, well-designed homes with a supportive team.
Make a Difference Every Day
At Cambian, everything you do matters. As a Children’s Residential Care Worker, you’ll become part of a home where your care, attention, and presence shape the lives of young people aged 8–18.
From helping with homework to playing games or asking, “How was school?”, every moment builds trust, confidence, and a sense of safety. Though the work is challenging, the reward comes in every breakthrough and smile.
What You’ll Do
1. Support young people in their daily routines, including school preparation, activities, and meal times.
2. Create a warm, homely environment by assisting with ligh...