Join a team that makes a real difference
At Rockhopper Children’s Services, we’re more than just caregivers - we’re champions of resilience, growth, and hope. Just like the rockhopper penguin, known for its fierce dedication and teamwork, we stand together to provide unwavering support to the children in our care.
Working with us means becoming part of a close-knit team that values compassion, commitment, and the power of positive change. Whether you’re an experienced professional or new to the sector, we provide training, development, and opportunities to help you grow in a career that truly matters.
We'd love to hear from you if you’re passionate about making a difference and believe every child deserves a safe and nurturing home.
Join Rockhopper Children’s Services - where care, resilience, and dedication come to life.
Registered Manager
Buxton, Derbyshire
Permanent
Permanent
£52,143 - £55,522 dependent on experience
*Hours:*40 hours per week (plus on call and occasional sleep-in shifts) *About The Role* Do you have a passion for making a positive, lasting difference to children’s lives? Do you have a solid understanding of children’s homes regulations and the Ofsted inspection framework? Are you looking for a role that will see you lead, inspire and develop a team who…
Registered Manager
Staines, Surrey
Permanent
Full-time
£56,816 - £60,299 dependent on experience
*Hours:*40 hours per week (plus on call and occasional sleep-in shifts) *About The Role* Do you have a passion for making a positive, lasting difference to children’s lives? Do you have a solid understanding of children’s homes regulations and the Ofsted inspection framework? Are you looking for a role that will see you lead, inspire and develop a team who…
Care Worker
Poynton, Cheshire East
Permanent
Permanent
£27,219 (unqualified) to £29,951 (qualified) per year,
Are you compassionate, patient, and dedicated to supporting young people? We’re looking for a Residential Children’s Care Worker to provide a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive! *What you’ll be doing:* • Support and care for children in a safe environment • Help build their confidence, independence, and life skills • Work closely with a team to provide emotional and practical support • Ensure every child feels valued…
Team Leader
Manningtree, Essex
Permanent
Permanent
£33,539 per year
Are you compassionate, patient, and dedicated to supporting young people? We’re looking for a Residential Children’s Home Team Leader to provide a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive! *What you’ll be doing:* - Lead and supervise a team of residential care workers, ensuring high standards of care and safeguarding. - Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home. - Promote…
Waking Night Care Worker
Manningtree, Essex
Permanent
Permanent
£26,385 - £28,095 per annum dependant on qualifications and experience
Are you compassionate, patient, and dedicated to supporting young people? We’re looking for a Waking Night Care Worker - Children and Young People to provide a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive! You will play a crucial role in supporting the children’s needs overnight, ensuring their safety, well-being, and security in line with our policies and procedures. You will also…
Waking Night Care Worker
Buxton, Derbyshire
Part-time
Part-time
£13.91 per hour
Are you compassionate, patient, and dedicated to supporting young people? We’re looking for a Waking Night Care Worker - Children and Young People to provide a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive! You will play a crucial role in supporting the children’s needs overnight, ensuring their safety, well-being, and security in line with our policies and procedures. You will also…
Children's Care Worker
Buxton, Derbyshire
Permanent
Full-time
£26,385 - £28,095 per year
Are you compassionate, patient, and dedicated to supporting young people? We’re looking for a Children’s Care Worker to provide a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive, within our specialist children's home in Buxton, Derbyshire. What you’ll be doing: Support and care for children in a safe environment Help build their confidence, independence, and life skills Work closely with a team to provide emotional…
Bank Children's Care Worker
Buxton, Derbyshire
Bank
Contract
£12.65 - £13.47 per hour
Are you compassionate, patient, and dedicated to supporting young people? We’re looking for a Bank Children’s Care Worker to provide a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive, within our specialist children's home in Buxton, Derbyshire. What you’ll be doing: Support and care for children in a safe environment Help build their confidence, independence, and life skills Work closely with a team to provide…
Bank Children's Care Worker
Staines, Surrey
Bank
Permanent
£14.98 (unqualified) - £15.86 (qualified) per hour
Are you compassionate, patient, and dedicated to supporting young people? We’re looking for a Residential Children’s Care Worker to provide a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive! *Who are we?* Our home is designed, decorated and equipped to meet the needs of the children and young people in placement. This includes the encouragement for children and young people to personalise and…
Bank Care Worker
Manningtree, Essex
Bank
Full-time
£12.65 (unqualified) - £13.47 (qualified) per hour
Are you compassionate, patient, and dedicated to supporting young people? We’re looking for a Bank ResidentialChildren’s Care Worker to provide a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive! *Who are we?* We specialise in supporting children and young people who have Social Emotional Behavioural difficulties, Mental Health difficulties and additional needs/difficulties including Attachment disorders, Trauma, Mild to Moderate Autism, ADHD, ODD, Conduct…
Children's Care Worker
Manningtree, Essex
Permanent
Full-time
£26,385 - £28,095 per year dependant on qualifications and experience
Are you compassionate, patient, and dedicated to supporting young people? We’re looking for a Residential Children’s Care Worker to provide a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive! *Who are we?* We specialise in supporting children and young people who have Social Emotional Behavioural difficulties, Mental Health difficulties and additional needs/difficulties including Attachment disorders, Trauma, Mild to Moderate Autism, ADHD, ODD, Conduct…
