Senior Children's Adventure Care Worker

Buxton, Derbyshire
£43,740 - £48,186 per annum
4 Days On, 6 Days Off Rota

We are recruiting for a Senior Children's Adventure Care Worker to join a specialist children's residential home in Buxton.

This is a unique opportunity to combine therapeutic residential childcare with outdoor and adventure-based activities, supporting young people through a trauma-informed approach. You will help provide a safe, nurturing environment where children can develop confidence, resilience and independence while achieving positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care and support to young people
• Build positive and trusting relationships
• Support emotional wellbeing and behaviour management
• Participate in outdoor and adventure activities
• Maintain accurate records and care plans
• Ensure safeguarding and child protection procedures are followed
• Support young people with daily routines, education and life skills

Requirements

• Minimum 12 months' experience within a Children's Residential Home
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or above, or close to completion
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Knowledge of safeguarding, Ofsted standards and residential childcare legislation
• Experience of de-escalation and physical intervention techniques
• Passion for supporting vulnerable young people and outdoor activities
• Right to work in the UK
• Applicants must be aged 21+ due to industry regulations

Benefits

• Salary up to £48,186 per annum
• Enhanced overtime opportunities
• Fully funded training and qualifications
• Career progression opportunities
• Free meals on shift
• Health and wellbeing support
• High street discounts and cashback scheme
• Additional birthday leave
• Supportive team environment

If you are an experienced Residential Childcare professional looking for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you. Apply today.