Residential Support worker

Cambian Group Plc; Oldham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts at retailers

Health benefits & cashback

24/7 helpline & CareTech Foundation

Job summary

Cambian Residential Care is seeking a Residential Support Worker in Rochdale/Oldham to assist young people aged 8–18 in daily routines, education preparation and activities within a family-style home.

You will help with morning routines, meals, outings and documentation, while fostering warm relationships and a safe, supportive environment. Training is provided and safeguarding is emphasized.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with daily routines; getting them ready for school, meal prep, and planning activities.
• Create 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.
• Keep essential records to ensure the best possible care.

Job description

Residential Support Worker

Location: Rochdale, Oldham

Pay: £12.86-£13.50 per hour plus £30 per sleep

Extraordinary Days Every Day

At Cambian, you’re not just working - you’re shaping futures, furthermore as a Residential Support Worker, based within the Manchester region every moment you spend with our young people (ages 8–18) 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 Residential Support Worker you will support young people with their daily routines; Getting them ready for school, prepping for meal times and planning activities.

Create 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.

Keep essential records to ensure the best possible care.

Where You’ll Do It

Our home is a lovely spacious solo home with one child, there is always two members of staff on shift every day. We are a strong, experienced and resilient team that provide nurture, care and support to the children we look after providing a family home environment which is positive and rewarding for our team and the children. We promote and support our children in attending education and their individual care plans as well as engaging in activities in the home and out in the local community to create fun lasting memories for our children.

Who You Are

Warm, patient, a great listener and encourager - focused on achieving outcomes for others.

No prior experience? No problem! If you have the passion, we’ll provide the training.

Why Join Us?

Exclusive discounts at major retailers (ASDA, Tesco, M&S, etc.)

Health benefits, including dental and optical cashback after two years

24/7 support: Helpline and hardship grants via the CareTech Foundation

A Welcoming Home: Work in a comfortable and well-designed space

Expert Training: Two weeks of fully funded induction

Career Growth: Fully Funded Diplomas (Levels 3-5) and clear pathways for promotion

Supportive Team: Work with people who care as much as you do

Your Next Step

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.

Safeguarding Statement

Caretech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.

CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a Disability Confident Leader.