# Children's Residential Care Worker at Esland

> Location unclear · Unspecified · Other · open. Source: https://alderhq.app/jobs/pinpoint%3Aesland%3A615932 (read 2026-11-09).

## Facts (observed)

- Company: [Esland](https://alderhq.app/companies/esland)
- Location text: Little Owl House - Castle Donington, Derbyshire
- Where it can be done from (inferred): Location unclear (evidence: "Location: Little Owl House - Castle Donington, Derbyshire")
- Posted: 2026-11-09 (0 days ago)
- First seen by alder: 2026-11-09 · last verified: 2026-11-09
- Reposted: 0 times · edited: 0 times
- Apply on the employer's site: https://esland.pinpointhq.com/en/postings/db6ce3cf-9003-45a8-90c6-f9a32973c03e

## Pay and sponsorship

- Posted pay: £34k–£35k per year (from the listing's pay field)

## Description (the employer's text)

🌟 Join Little Owls – Make a Real Difference as a Children's Residential Care Worker! 🌟

Are you ready to transform young lives while building a career you can be proud of? Esland’s Little Owls Home, rated Good by Ofsted, is looking for a Children’s Residential Care Worker to join our passionate, dedicated team. Every day here is full of purpose, growth, and the chance to make a lasting impact.

Nestled in a peaceful, quiet residential area, Little Owls is a place where children thrive. Our young people enjoy a wide range of activities and hobbies, including:

Outdoors & Experiences: Horse riding, museum visits, trips to parks, shopping, and meals out

Indoors: Baking, gaming, movies, Minecraft, and drama

We provide a safe, nurturing environment where every child is supported to reach their full potential.

🕒 What You’ll Do

- Deliver high-quality care and emotional support to children, ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
- Inspire brighter futures with consistency, compassion, and resilience.
- Be part of a dedicated team in a 365-day service, with structured rotas and long shifts (7.30am–11pm), including sleep-in nights.
💰 What You’ll Earn

- Annual salary: £34,402 – £35,025 (based on £13.45–£13.75 + 8 sleep-ins/month; dependent on qualifications) (Pay rate effective from 1st April 2026)
- Opportunity for additional earnings through enhanced overtime and extra shifts
✅ What You’ll Need

- Full UK Driving Licence
- Must be 21+ and have the right to work in the UK (sponsorship not available)
- Experience in childcare or the wider care sector is required
✨ Why Join Little Owls?

- Work in a home rated Good by Ofsted, reflecting our commitment to quality care
- Be part of a supportive, professional team
- Make a meaningful difference every single day
- Career development with clear routes for progression and opportunities to gain professional qualifications
- BILD-accredited, paid induction training to ensure you feel confident and supported
- Exclusive staff benefits: access to a company app for discounts, online medical support, financial advice, and counselling
- A day off for your birthday, in addition to your holiday entitlement
- Free use of our holiday home in the Peak District
- A £500 ‘Refer a Friend’ bonus
Join Little Owls and be part of something extraordinary — where your work truly makes a difference every day.

### Responsibilities

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