02/06/2026
👋 Do you have some experience working in Residential work either in Childcare / Adult Care / Learning Difficulties Care setting? I'm hiring for X2 Children’s Residential Care Support Workers!
✔️ Location: West Buckland, Nr Wellington, Somerset
✔️ Salary: £31,000 - £35,000 PA DOE
✔️ Rota: Fixed 3-Week Cycle | 25-Hour Shifts Including Sleep-Ins
👉 If you're an experienced practitioner in residential care looking for your next step, this is your opportunity to step into a senior role that blends direct support with team leadership. You’ll be part of a dedicated and nurturing team, making a real difference to the lives of children and young people aged 7 to 16.
👉 Situated in a peaceful countryside location, our therapeutic children’s home offers structure, safety, and emotional security to those who’ve faced early adversity such as abuse, trauma, or neglect. We work to provide consistency and warmth, helping every child begin their journey towards recovery and independence.
⚫️ Your Role and Responsibilities
As a senior team member, you’ll help guide and mentor colleagues while continuing to provide compassionate, hands-on care. You’ll be a role model within the home, helping shape both the young people’s experience and the development of the care team.
⚫️ Your Work Pattern
Enjoy a clear and consistent 3-week rolling rota:
Week 1: Monday, Wednesday, Saturday
Week 2: Tuesday, Friday, Sunday
Week 3: Thursday
Each shift runs from 9:45am to 10:45am the following day, including a sleep-in.
⚫️ What You’ll Receive:
Comprehensive training around therapeutic care and complex needs
Ongoing leadership development and growth opportunities
Support towards completing further qualifications (e.g. Level 3/Level 4)
A meaningful, people-focused role in a supportive, values-based environment
⚫️ What We’re Looking For:
Previous experience in residential - childcare / adult care / learning difficulties care
Either a completed Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare OR a willingness to achieve this with our support across 24 months
Confidence in leading others while remaining calm, empathetic, and professional.
⚫️ Benefits:
Casual dress
Company pension
Free food / meals while working
Free parking access to X5 pool cars
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking
28 days annual leave
⚫️ Licence/Certification:
Driving Licence (required).
DBS - will be completed before starting.
NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare - beneficial otherwise willing to complete the qualification onsite during your first 24 months.
👉 Please send Rebecca your CV: [email protected]
Closing date 20th June.