CareerAddict

Residential Support Worker

CV-Library

Posted on Jul 1, 2026 by CV-Library
Leigh, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Other
Immediate Start
£29.4k - £29.4k Annual
Full-Time
Qualified Residential Support Worker

Location: Green Lane, Leigh
Salary: £27,999.72 - £29,428.49 (DOE)
Hours: 40 hours per week
Contract: Permanent

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced Residential Support Worker to join a brand-new team at a 2-bed children's home in Leigh. This is a great opportunity to be part of setting up a new service and making a real difference from day one.

The home supports children with SEMH, EBD and learning difficulties, so we're looking for someone who is confident, compassionate and able to build positive relationships while maintaining clear boundaries.

You'll be part of a supportive team, working under an experienced Registered Manager, helping to create a safe, structured and nurturing environment where young people can thrive.

What You'll Be Doing

Supporting the day-to-day running of the home

Building positive routines, structure and boundaries

Developing trusting relationships with young people

Promoting independence, confidence and resilience

Managing challenging behaviours using de-escalation techniques

Ensuring safeguarding and child protection standards are followed at all times

Working with families and professionals such as social workers, education and health teams

Completing accurate care records and documentation

Keeping the safety and wellbeing of young people as a top priority

What We're Looking For

NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)

Experience working in a residential or care setting

Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection

Knowledge of child development and young people's needs

Ability to build professional, positive relationships

Calm, resilient and able to handle challenging situations

What's On Offer

Competitive salary with progression opportunities

A supportive, values-led team

Ongoing training and career development

Opportunities to progress internally

Employee benefits including:

Cycle to work scheme

Blue Light Card (retail discounts)

Enhanced family leave

Employee assistance programme

Free eye care vouchers

Interested?

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can genuinely make a difference in young people's lives, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to be part of something new and meaningful

Reference: 225245993

https://jobs.careeraddict.com/post/113488364
CV-Library

Residential Support Worker

CV-Library

Posted on Jul 1, 2026 by CV-Library

Print
Leigh, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Other
Immediate Start
£29.4k - £29.4k Annual
Full-Time
Qualified Residential Support Worker

Location: Green Lane, Leigh
Salary: £27,999.72 - £29,428.49 (DOE)
Hours: 40 hours per week
Contract: Permanent

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced Residential Support Worker to join a brand-new team at a 2-bed children's home in Leigh. This is a great opportunity to be part of setting up a new service and making a real difference from day one.

The home supports children with SEMH, EBD and learning difficulties, so we're looking for someone who is confident, compassionate and able to build positive relationships while maintaining clear boundaries.

You'll be part of a supportive team, working under an experienced Registered Manager, helping to create a safe, structured and nurturing environment where young people can thrive.

What You'll Be Doing

Supporting the day-to-day running of the home

Building positive routines, structure and boundaries

Developing trusting relationships with young people

Promoting independence, confidence and resilience

Managing challenging behaviours using de-escalation techniques

Ensuring safeguarding and child protection standards are followed at all times

Working with families and professionals such as social workers, education and health teams

Completing accurate care records and documentation

Keeping the safety and wellbeing of young people as a top priority

What We're Looking For

NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)

Experience working in a residential or care setting

Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection

Knowledge of child development and young people's needs

Ability to build professional, positive relationships

Calm, resilient and able to handle challenging situations

What's On Offer

Competitive salary with progression opportunities

A supportive, values-led team

Ongoing training and career development

Opportunities to progress internally

Employee benefits including:

Cycle to work scheme

Blue Light Card (retail discounts)

Enhanced family leave

Employee assistance programme

Free eye care vouchers

Interested?

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can genuinely make a difference in young people's lives, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to be part of something new and meaningful
Print

Reference: 225245993

Share this job:
CareerAddict

Alert me to jobs like this:

Amplify your job search:

CV/résumé help

Increase interview chances with our downloads and specialist services.

CV Help

Expert career advice

Increase interview chances with our downloads and specialist services.

Visit Blog

Job compatibility

Increase interview chances with our downloads and specialist services.

Start Test

Similar Jobs

Senior Residential Support Worker

Salford, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

Self-Employed Residential Support Worker

Manchester, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

Care Home - Residential Support Worker - £23 p/h

Manchester, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

Residential Support Worker

Whitley, Wiltshire, Wiltshire, United Kingdom