Support Worker

Support Worker

Location: Culcheth, WA3

£34,510 to £35,427 dep on Lvl 3 qual in Childrens Residential & inclusive of sleep-in payments

Extraordinary Days Every Day

At ROC Northwest, you're not just working - you're shaping futures. Furthermore as a Support Worker 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
• 8 sleep-ins per month
• 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

Culcheth House is a gorgeous family home in a little village with a consistent friendly staff team and 5 beautiful children. We pride ourselves on being a family home away from home for our children here. We have a lot of fun and love giving them unique experiences. There is a real emphasis on learning and development from management level here at Culcheth, and we work hard to do the best for not only the children but the staff team too in reaching their potential and goals!

The children here have hearts of gold and absolutely love being a part of this little family and very much treat one another as siblings! They love getting out and about, they have friendship groups of their own and they make mistakes here and there in line with the wild journey that growing up is! We treat them as individuals, we understand that being a teenager is hard work and always try our best to be understanding of that - we do our best for them every day as PARENTS - which is key. There is a lot of love and respect both ways between the kids and the team here at Culcheth.

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.