Immediate Start: Youth Residential Support Worker

TeacherActive Limited.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive Limited in Trafford is seeking an experienced Residential Support Worker to support children and young people who require additional help. This long-term, full-time role offers an immediate start in a supportive setting, with prior experience in residential care, SEND, SEMH or related backgrounds being ideal.

The role focuses on building relationships, promoting independence, and maintaining a safe, structured environment while supporting individuals throughout the day.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people in SEND, SEMH or similar settings.
• Calm, patient and able to handle challenging situations professionally.
• Reliable, long-term commitment to a full-time role in residential care.

Responsibilities

• Support children and young people with their individual needs.
• Build positive, trusting relationships and provide consistent support.
• Promote independence, confidence and positive behaviour.
• Support young people who may display challenging behaviour.
• Provide emotional and practical support throughout the day.
• Work with colleagues to maintain a safe, structured environment.

Skills

Experience with children

Job description

TeacherActive Limited in Trafford is seeking an experienced Residential Support Worker to support children and young people who require additional help. This long-term, full-time role offers an immediate start in a supportive setting, with prior experience in residential care, SEND, SEMH or related backgrounds being ideal.

The role focuses on building relationships, promoting independence, and maintaining a safe, structured environment while supporting individuals throughout the day.