Support Worker
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 29 Rhagfyr 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £12.89 i £13.31 yr awr |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | Competitive |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 27 Ionawr 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Haigh, WN1 1AZ |
| Cwmni: | Caretech |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 22590 |
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Support Worker
Location: Haigh, near Wigan
Pay: £28,907 to £36,585 per annum, inclusive of sleep-in payments
Extraordinary Days Every Day
New Year, New Career — Become a Support Worker in Children’s Residential Care
At ROC Northwest, you’re not just working - you’re shaping futures. Furthermore as a Senior Support Worker based in Lancaster every moment you spend with our young people helps them feel safe, valued and supported.
A simple "How was your day?", a shared laugh over a board game or encouragement during a tough moment - these small interactions build trust and shape lives. Some days will be challenging but every breakthrough, every smile and every step forward will remind you why this work truly matters.
What You’ll Do
As a Children's Residential Support Worker you will support young people with their daily routines; Getting them ready for school, prepping for meal times and planning activities.
- Ensure our children receive the highest level of support
- Support senior staff with timely updates
- Promote individuality NOT a "one size fits all" approach
- Complete and update care plans regularly, updating with any additional requirements
- Be part of a warm, homely environment by helping with light housekeeping
- Build strong, meaningful relationships and provide emotional support
- Plan and join fun activities like trips to the park, popcorn & movie nights or creative projects
A Little About This Home
Red Rock Lodge is more than just a children’s home, it is a place of safety, stability, and new beginnings where we create a warm and welcoming home that feels like family. Each of our young people is unique and our home is built on strong, trusting relationships and a belief that every child is capable of growth, healing, and success. Our young people remind our team why we chose this career, to provide safety, nurture, stability and opportunities where our young people can thrive. Seeing them achieve milestones makes us incredibly proud and we are inspired by their resilience and ability to overcome adversity.
We walk alongside our young people through all of life’s ups and downs, offering the guidance and encouragement they need to build a future full of hope and confidence. We are here for children who’ve experienced emotional or behavioural challenges, offering them a place where they are listened to, believed in, and supported unconditionally. We celebrate progress, big or small, together!
Who Are You
We're looking for people who genuinely care and want to make that difference. Warm, patient, a great listener and encourager - focused on achieving outcomes for others. Taking pride in knowing you are helping to shape someone's life for the better.
- Previous experience is preferred or maybe you have cared for a friend or family member
- Ability to work towards a Level 3 qualification in Children's Residential
- Manual UK driving licence is essential
- Open to ongoing development and learning with help from your friendly team
- Excellent communication skills both verbally and written
- Ability to cover day shifts with overnight sleep-ins at the service
Why Join Us?
- Competitive rates of pay with enviable sleep-in payments
- £500 Welcome Bonus on completion of successful probation period
- £1000 Refer A Friend scheme
- Support to progress within the company
- Enhanced DBS cost covered by company
- A genuine home from home with a friendly team
Your Next Step
Simply use the Apply Now button and we will be in touch with you soon.
This isn’t just a job - it’s a chance to change lives, one extraordinary day at a time.
Join us and be part of something meaningful. Apply today!
Safeguarding Statement
CareTech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS/PVG check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.