Residential Support Worker

Residential Support Worker – Children’s Residential Care

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Location:

Rochdale, OL11
💷 Salary: £13.25 – £14.00 per hour + sleep-ins (£50 per sleep-in, approx. 5 per month)
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Hours:

Full-time, 37 hours per week
🔁 Shift Pattern: 1 day on / 2 days off (including evenings, weekends & sleep-ins)
🏠 Setting:
Children’s Residential Home (Ofsted rated Good)

Are you compassionate, motivated, and committed to making a difference in young people’s lives?
Our client, a well-established provider of children’s residential care, is looking for Residential Support Workers to join their team in Rochdale.

The Role

As a Residential Support Worker, you will provide high-quality, consistent care to children and young people aged 10–18 with emotional, behavioural, and complex needs. You will work as part of a dedicated team to create a safe, nurturing, and structured environment that supports positive outcomes and personal development.

Key Responsibilities

* Provide person-centred care in line with individual care and placement plans

* Build positive, trusting relationships with young people

* Support daily routines, education, leisure activities, and life skills development

* Promote emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour using structured and restorative approaches

* Safeguard and protect children in line with legislation and internal policies

* Maintain accurate records, reports, and handovers

* Work collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals

* Contribute to a positive, child-centred culture within the home

Requirements

* Experience working with children or young people is desirable but not essential

* Understanding of challenging behaviours (SEMH, EBD)

* A calm, patient, and compassionate approach

* Strong communication and teamwork skills

* Willingness to work towards a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (if not already achieved)

* Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

What’s on Offer

* Ongoing training and professional development

* Clear career progression opportunities

* Supportive management and team environment

* Stable full-time hours with a structured shift pattern

Join a service that values quality care, professional development, and making a lasting, positive impact on young people’s lives