Residential Support Worker

Young Foundations; Leigh; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Progression opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Employee assistance programme

Free eye care vouchers

Job summary

Young Foundations in Leigh is seeking an experienced Residential Support Worker to join a brand-new two-bed children's home. The service supports young people with SEMH, EBD and LD, providing a safe, nurturing environment.

As Deputy Registered Manager you will help run the home, supervise staff, uphold safeguarding standards, and build positive relationships with families and professionals to promote stability and independence for the young people.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare or equivalent.
• Experience with residential childcare and safeguarding procedures.
• Ability to build positive, trusting relationships with young people.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day running of the home in a safe, structured environment.
• Build routines, boundaries and emotional well-being support for young people.
• Develop positive, trusting relationships and promote independence.
• Respond to challenging behaviour using de-escalation strategies.
• Promote safeguarding and report concerns according to policy.

Skills

Residential childcare experience

Leadership

De‑escalation

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare

Job description

About Green Lane
We are excited to offer an opportunity for an experienced Residential Support Worker to join a brand‑new staff team at a 2‑bed residential children’s home in Leigh. The home specialises in supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and Learning Difficulties (LD).

Led by a highly experienced Registered Manager, this is a unique chance to play a key role in shaping a new service from the ground up. As Deputy Registered Manager, you will support the day‑to‑day running of the home, provide guidance and supervision to the team, and help create a safe, nurturing and consistent environment where children feel secure and valued.

We are looking for a confident, compassionate professional with experience in residential childcare who can lead by example, promote positive outcomes for children, and maintain high standards of care, safeguarding and practice in line with regulatory requirements.

Green Lane is nestled within a quiet residential area that offers a harmonious blend of community integration and privacy, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of vulnerable young people—helping them to build independence, stability, and confidence for the future.

Role Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare / Working with Young People (or equivalent qualification).
• Understanding of young people’s developmental needs, including physical, emotional, social, intellectual and educational development.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures and awareness of available social care services.
• Experience working with young people in a residential or care setting.
• Ability to build positive, trusting and professional relationships with young people.

As a Residential Support Worker, you will:

• Support the day‑to‑day running of the home, contributing to a safe, structured and nurturing environment for young people.
• Build routines, structure and positive boundaries to support young people’s emotional well‑being and preparation for adulthood.
• Develop positive and trusting relationships with young people, promoting their independence, self‑esteem and resilience.
• Respond appropriately to challenging behaviour, using de‑escalation strategies and a calm, compassionate approach.
• Promote safeguarding by adhering to all child protection policies, procedures and reporting requirements.
• Work collaboratively with families, social workers, education, health professionals and other agencies.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to care documentation in line with organisational and regulatory standards.
• Ensure the safety and welfare of young people remains paramount at all times, including using physical intervention only as a last resort where there is significant risk of harm.

What We Offer

• A rewarding role where your work has real impact
• A supportive and values led staff team
• Competitive pay with progression opportunities
• Ongoing professional learning and career development
• Internal progression opportunities
• Cycle to work scheme
• Retail savings through the Blue Light Card Scheme
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and shared parental leave
• Employee assistance programme
• Free eye care vouchers

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About us

At Young Foundations, we specialise in residential step-down services and specialist education for children and young people with complex needs, learning disabilities, and autism.

We also offer specialist placements to children who may have experienced trauma or have attachment-based problems. Our creative and nurturing approach focuses on each individual, delivering a targeted programme of support specifically designed around their needs.

Pay Progression

Blue light card discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Shared Parental Leave package

Long service reward

Values

• Nuture, educate and protect

At Young Foundations, we want you to nuture, educate and protect each person we look after, and treat them with the same love and respect you would a member of your family.

Make a difference

We would like you to use your role at Young Foundations to make a difference to the lives of the people who live and learn with us. You can do this by sharing your own ideas and engaging in your work with compassion, enthusiasm and energy.

Enjoy the work

Part of life is having fun. There is a joy and laughter in everyday experiences within Young Foundations. Have fun whilst you work, in ways which are fair to others and enjoyable for all.

Young Foundations
Alexander House, Highfield Park, Llandyrnog, Denbighshire LL16 4LU