Location: Colchester
Date posted: 09/10/2026
Pay: From £33,236 per year (£13.23-£13.64ph)
Rota: Three-day pattern – One full day on (including a sleep-in), followed by two days off
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
Full-Time Residential Carer – Make a Real Difference!
If you are passionate about making a difference in young people's lives, we invite you to bring your caring spirit to Shalamar Children Limited. Join us in creating positive change—your journey starts here.
PLEASE NOTE: You will be required to drive one of our manual pool cars, therefore, it is essential that you hold a Full UK Driving Licence and are over the age of 23. Without this, your application will not be considered.
We are not offering sponsorship for this position
We are looking for dedicated and compassionate Full-Time Carers to join our team in one of our Ofsted-rated 'Good' and 'Outstanding' residential children’s homes. Our homes provide care for young people aged 9-17 who have faced significant emotional, social, and behavioural challenges.
At Shalamar, we believe in attachment-based care, using empathy, nurture, and understanding to create a stable and supportive environment where young people can thrive.
What You’ll Do:
✔ Build positive relationships with young people, supporting their emotional and behavioural development
✔ Work within a trauma-informed approach, using behaviour management techniques (full training provided)
✔ Contribute to the home’s daily routine, including cooking, cleaning, and maintaining a homely environment
✔ Keep accurate written records of daily events and progress
✔ Work within a structured three-day rolling rota, ensuring a healthy work/life balance
What We Offer:
✔ Competitive salary with the opportunity for extra shifts (if desired)
✔ Training in trauma-informed care, behaviour management, and attachment-based approaches
✔ Fully Funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare*
✔ Holiday pay includes your sleep-in allowance
✔ A supportive, team-focused working environment
What We Need from You:
✔ A Full UK Manual Driving Licence (aged 23+ for insurance purposes)
✔ Emotional resilience – the ability to stay calm and empathetic in challenging situations
✔ A willingness to actively engage with young people and support their development
✔ The ability to maintain written records and contribute to daily documentation
If you’re passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and want to be part of a dedicated and caring team, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and be part of something meaningful.
*You will be enrolled for Level Diploma in Residential Childcare once you have successfully passed the probation period of 6 months
