Residential Support Worker
| Posting date: | 06 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 July 2025 |
| Location: | Wythenshawe, Manchester |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Arborvitae Care Services |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | RSW |
Summary
About Arborvitae Care Services (ACS):
At ACS, we’re committed to transforming the lives of vulnerable young people by offering consistent, compassionate, and expert care. As a growing, mission-driven organisation, we believe every child matters — and we strive to create environments where young people feel safe, supported, and empowered to thrive.
The Role:
As a Residential Support Worker, you will provide tailored emotional and practical support to young people living in our care homes. You will have a focus on safeguarding, mentorship, and creating a stable, nurturing environment where each young person can feel secure and begin to heal, grow, and succeed.
Why Should I Apply For This Role?
• Shape Futures: You’ll be directly involved in creating a safe and positive environment where young people can grow, learn, and flourish.
• Personal and Professional Growth: This isn’t just a job; it’s a long-term career path with opportunities to grow. ACS is dedicated to your development, offering continuous training and progression so that you can advance in your career.
• Be Part of a Growing Company: ACS is expanding rapidly, and we want you to be part of this exciting journey. You’ll be at the heart of a dynamic, innovative team that’s changing the way care is provided to young people.
• Every Day is Different: With the challenges come incredible rewards. Every day offers new experiences where you’ll feel your impact as you help young people build the skills they need to succeed in life.
Key Responsibilities:
Support to Young People
• Provide guidance and encouragement to help young people overcome trauma, behavioural challenges, and barriers to success.
• Promote education and personal development, supporting classroom engagement and extracurricular participation.
• Help young people with daily living tasks including cooking, cleaning, and maintaining a homely environment.
• Advocate for young people in professional settings, attending meetings with social workers, health professionals, and educators. And to also follow and contribute to care plans
Person Specification:
Essential:
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Enhanced DBS on the update service
• Empathetic, patient and confident in managing and de-escalating challenging behaviour
• Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards)
• Flexible to work all shift patterns including day shifts, 24 hour shifts, waking nights & third person shifts) working a minimum of 160 hours per month
Desirable:
• Previous experience working with children
• Experience in a residential childcare setting
What We Offer:
• Competitive rate of pay
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing professional training to enhance your skills
• Clear career progression opportunities — we want to invest in your growth!
• Casual dress policy and on-site parking
Work Location:
The location/work-base for this role may require you work to from multiple locations. We will discuss this with you during the recruitment process.
Commitment to Safeguarding:
At ACS, safeguarding is our top priority. We are committed to promoting the welfare of children and young people, and all appointments are subject to DBS checks, satisfactory references and proof of right to work in the UK.
How to Apply:
If you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of vulnerable young people, then we want to hear from you! Take the next step in your career and apply today to join a company that values growth, creativity, and positive change.
At ACS, we’re committed to transforming the lives of vulnerable young people by offering consistent, compassionate, and expert care. As a growing, mission-driven organisation, we believe every child matters — and we strive to create environments where young people feel safe, supported, and empowered to thrive.
The Role:
As a Residential Support Worker, you will provide tailored emotional and practical support to young people living in our care homes. You will have a focus on safeguarding, mentorship, and creating a stable, nurturing environment where each young person can feel secure and begin to heal, grow, and succeed.
Why Should I Apply For This Role?
• Shape Futures: You’ll be directly involved in creating a safe and positive environment where young people can grow, learn, and flourish.
• Personal and Professional Growth: This isn’t just a job; it’s a long-term career path with opportunities to grow. ACS is dedicated to your development, offering continuous training and progression so that you can advance in your career.
• Be Part of a Growing Company: ACS is expanding rapidly, and we want you to be part of this exciting journey. You’ll be at the heart of a dynamic, innovative team that’s changing the way care is provided to young people.
• Every Day is Different: With the challenges come incredible rewards. Every day offers new experiences where you’ll feel your impact as you help young people build the skills they need to succeed in life.
Key Responsibilities:
Support to Young People
• Provide guidance and encouragement to help young people overcome trauma, behavioural challenges, and barriers to success.
• Promote education and personal development, supporting classroom engagement and extracurricular participation.
• Help young people with daily living tasks including cooking, cleaning, and maintaining a homely environment.
• Advocate for young people in professional settings, attending meetings with social workers, health professionals, and educators. And to also follow and contribute to care plans
Person Specification:
Essential:
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Enhanced DBS on the update service
• Empathetic, patient and confident in managing and de-escalating challenging behaviour
• Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards)
• Flexible to work all shift patterns including day shifts, 24 hour shifts, waking nights & third person shifts) working a minimum of 160 hours per month
Desirable:
• Previous experience working with children
• Experience in a residential childcare setting
What We Offer:
• Competitive rate of pay
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing professional training to enhance your skills
• Clear career progression opportunities — we want to invest in your growth!
• Casual dress policy and on-site parking
Work Location:
The location/work-base for this role may require you work to from multiple locations. We will discuss this with you during the recruitment process.
Commitment to Safeguarding:
At ACS, safeguarding is our top priority. We are committed to promoting the welfare of children and young people, and all appointments are subject to DBS checks, satisfactory references and proof of right to work in the UK.
How to Apply:
If you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of vulnerable young people, then we want to hear from you! Take the next step in your career and apply today to join a company that values growth, creativity, and positive change.