Residential Support Worker
Sale New 3-Bed EBD Children's Home
13.00- 14.50 per hour DOE + Sleep-In Payments
2 on, 4 off shift pattern Full-Time
Are you looking to build a career where you can genuinely make a difference to young people?
A brand-new 3-bed residential children's home in Sale is looking for motivated and compassionate Residential Support Workers to join the team.
You don't need previous childcare experience. You don't need an NVQ.
What matters is that you are passionate about working with young people, willing to learn, and genuinely want to build a career within residential childcare.
About the Role
You will be supporting children and young people living in a specialist EBD environment, helping them feel safe, supported and able to develop.
The home takes a trauma-informed approach, using approaches including:
Trauma-informed practice
Attachment theory
PACE (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity and Empathy)
NVR (Non-Violent Resistance) strategies
Positive and consistent behaviour support
You will work as part of a close-knit team, building positive relationships with young people and helping them achieve their individual goals and outcomes
Your Responsibilities
Providing day-to-day care, support and guidance to young people
Building trusting and positive relationships
Supporting young people with emotional and behavioural needs
Helping young people develop independence and life skills
Supporting education, activities and positive experiences
Following individual care plans and risk assessments
Responding calmly and appropriately to challenging situations
Maintaining accurate records and completing relevant documentation
Promoting safeguarding and the wellbeing of young people
Working closely with colleagues, management and other professionals
Contributing to a safe, stable and nurturing home environment
What We're Looking For
This role is about attitude, motivation and potential.
You do not need:
An NVQ/Level 3 qualification
Previous residential childcare experience
Previous experience working in children's services
You do need:
A genuine desire to work with children and young people
The motivation to learn and develop
A patient, resilient and compassionate approach
The ability to remain calm under pressure
Good communication skills
A willingness to learn trauma-informed and therapeutic approaches
A full UK driving licence
Whether you are completely new to care or already have experience supporting vulnerable people, if you're serious about building a long-term career in residential childcare, we'd like to hear from you.
Training & Development
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to progress within the sector.
You will receive a fully funded Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare, alongside ongoing training and development.
You'll also benefit from supportive management and a strong Senior Leadership Team, with the opportunity to develop your skills and progress your career as the service grows.
Working Pattern
2 on, 4 off
The shift pattern consists of:
2 day shifts
1 sleep-in during the working pattern
Pay: 13.00- 14.50 per hour DOE
Sleep-ins: Additional payment provided
If you're looking for more than just a job and want to start building a genuine career in children's residential care, this could be an excellent opportunity to get your foot in the door.
Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
