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Residential Care Worker (RCW)

Forge Care
Nuneaton Full-time
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Residential Care Worker – Get Paid to Make an Impact

Location: Nuneaton, North Warwickshire
Realistic earnings: £32,000\+ per year (including sleep\-ins \& on\-call)
Job Type: Full\-time, shift\-based (days, nights, weekends)

Not Your Average Job

If you’re the kind of person who enjoys being active, building strong bonds, and stepping up when it matters — this role is for you.

As a Residential Care Worker, you’ll be working directly with young people, helping them rebuild trust, confidence, and life skills. That might mean:

  • Taking them to the gym, football, or outdoor activities

  • Being a strong, positive role model they can rely on

  • Supporting them through challenges and helping them grow
No two days are the same — this is a hands\-on, high\-impact role where your presence really matters.

The Pay \& Progression

  • £14\.00 per hour (rising to £15\.20 when leading shifts)

  • £70 per sleep\-in (4–5 per month)

  • £40 per on\-call (around 1 per month)

  • Realistic yearly earnings: up to £32K,000 a year
Serious progression available:
We develop people quickly — many of our team progress into senior roles as we put staff through a fully funded level 4 qualification.

What You’ll Get

✔ Full training – no experience needed
✔ Industry qualifications while you work
✔ Blue Light Card (discounts across retail, gym, travel \& more)
✔ 24/7 wellbeing support (EAP)
✔ Monthly rewards and recognition
✔ Enhanced pay on bank holidays

Who This Suits

This role is ideal if you:

✔ Enjoy being active and out doing things
✔ Are confident, reliable, and can take the lead
✔ Want a job with purpose, not just a paycheck
✔ Are looking for real career progression
✔ Can handle challenges and stay calm under pressure

About Us

Forge Care is a therapeutic children’s service supporting young people who have experienced trauma. We provide structured, supportive homes where young people can feel safe, build trust, and move forward.

Ready to Step Up?

If you want a role where you can stay active, earn well, and genuinely change lives — apply now.

Pay: Up to £32,199\.00 per year

Application question(s):

  • Do you drive?
Work Location: In person

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