Learning Disability - Children's Residential Care Worker - Part Time

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Residential Care Worker – Learning Disabilities
Location: Penkridge, Staffordshire 

Start Date: September 2025
Part-time roles - 60, 90 or 120 Hours per month including sleep-ins | £12.60 per hour and £40 per sleep in

Ready to make a real difference?

At New Reflexions, we believe every child deserves to thrive. As a Residential Care Worker, you’ll be part of a compassionate team supporting young people with learning disabilities and complex needs.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow your care career, we provide all the training you need—including a fully paid, two-week induction—and a clear pathway to progress.

Company Overview

New Reflexions is a childcare organisation dedicated to offering care, education, and therapy services. Join us in assisting vulnerable young individuals with Autism, Learning Disabilities, and complex needs, who require support with daily activities such as self-care. 

What You’ll Do

• Build positive, supportive relationships with young people aged 8–18


• Support with daily routines such as self-care, household tasks, and emotional wellbeing


• Encourage development through structured activities, education support, and community engagement


• Promote independence and choice while ensuring a safe, nurturing environment


• Work as part of a team to deliver care plans, track progress, and communicate with families and professionals

What You’ll Bring

• Compassion, patience, and a genuine desire to help


• Calm and reliable nature in challenging situations


• Willingness to complete (fully funded) QCF Level 3 training


• A driving licence and access to transport preferred


• No prior experience needed—just the right mindset!

Why Join New Reflexions?

• Up to £32,552 per year, including sleep-ins


• Enjoy FREE Getaways - free access to 5 holiday homes across the UK, including spots in Borth, Tenby, Morecambe, Ayr, and Clarach Bay — the perfect getaway locations!


• Meals on us — we’ve got you covered with free meals while you're on shift.


• Bank holiday bonus - Work those extra days (including New Year's Eve) and get time and a half for your hard work! 


• Clear development route to Senior, Deputy or Manager roles


• Fully paid induction and support to achieve QCF Level 3 (and beyond)


• Company pension, overtime, and staff bonuses


• Access to employee support and wellbeing resources


• Work for a trusted organisation rated GOOD or OUTSTANDING by Ofsted


• Be part of a purpose-driven team that values respect, dignity, and inclusion

Essential Requirements 

• A true passion for supporting and inspiring children to thrive


• A full UK manual driving licence and access to your own vehicle


• A full UK manual driving licence and access to your own vehicle


• A desire to work in beautifully maintained homes

 If you're ready to make a lasting impact in a role that’s both rewarding and meaningful, we’d love to hear from you!

The post holder has the responsibility to adhere to our Safeguarding and Child Protection Procedure.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. Therefore, as this post of Residential Support Worker is a regulated activity and/or on a regulated site the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS, and our safer recruitment process. If you have any questions regarding this, please highlight these in your application.

This post is exempt from the provisions of section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975)

Due to the company having their own fully trained bank staff we do not employ agency. At the current time the company are unable to offer sponsorship opportunities.