Residential Support Worker
Location: Wythenshawe, with initial travel to Warrington for training.
Shifts: 24hr (10am-10am), 15hr (7:30am-10:30pm) & 9hr waking nights (10:30pm-07:30am)
Contracts: Bank Only
If you want a role where everyday matters and no two days are the same, you're in the right place.
We're looking for people who genuinely care - the kind who show up, step up and make a difference to young people who need stability, support and someone in their corner.
The role:
- Helping young people feel safe, supported and heard
- Building real relationships (the kind that actually make a difference)
- Being a positive role model - consistent, fair and encouraging
- Supporting daily life: meals, routines, activities, keeping the home running
- Encouraging independence, confidence and better choices
- Handling tough moments calmly and confidently
- Working as part of a solid team that's got your back
- Multi agency working - social workers, CAMHS, LAC nurses
You'll fit right in if you are:
- Calm under pressure
- Resilient - you bounce back and keep going
- Straight-talking but kind
- Non-judgemental and genuinely caring
- A team player who pulls their weight
The essentials/desirables:
- Level 3 in Children's Residential Care (or willing to work towards it)
- Willing to complete an enhanced DBS
- A full UK Driving Licence (desirable)
Extra credit if you've got:
- Experience working with young people or residential care experience
- Knowledge of the sector
Full job description sent over at screening stage.