Residential Support Worker – Assessment Day

Seashell Trust; Cheadle Hulme; On-site; GBP 36,936,211 - 37,339,848; Full time

Job summary

Seashell Trust in Cheadle Hulme is seeking a Residential Support Worker for an Assessment Day to begin a rewarding career supporting children and young people.

The role is full-time (37.5 hours per week) with weekend work and a safety‑first, nurturing environment. Successful candidates will progress to formal interviews the week of 27 July 2026 and may join a dedicated care team at Seashell Trust.

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting others.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Resilience and a positive attitude.
• Ability to work full time, 37.5 hours per week, including weekend work.
• Willingness to complete Level 4 qualification.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Resilience

Level 4 Qualification

Education

Level 4 qualification

Job description

Residential Support Worker – Assessment Day

£13.75 to £13.90 per hour depending on experience plus benefits

Description: Residential Support Worker – Assessment Day

Type: Permanent, Full Time

Location: Cheadle Hulme, SK8 6RQ

Salary: £13.75 to £13.90 per hour depending on experience plus benefits

Residential Support Worker – Assessment Day

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children? Join us for an Assessment Day at Seashell Trust to start your rewarding career as a Residential Support Worker.

Date: Friday 17th July 2026
Location: Seashell Trust, Cheadle Hulme

About the Role

As a Residential Support Worker, you will play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment where children and young adults can thrive, develop independence, and enjoy engaging daily experiences.

What to Expect on the Day

• A tour of our amazing facilities
• Group activities
• Opportunity to meet our dedicated care professionals

Candidates who are successful on the day will be invited to attend formal interviews taking place on the week commencing Monday 27th July.

What We’re Looking For

• A genuine passion for supporting others
• Ability to work full time, 37.5 hours per week, including weekend work
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Resilience and a positive attitude
• Willingness to complete level 4 qualification

Please note

• Your place on the Assessment Day is not confirmed until you have received an email confirmation with full details, including your arrival time
• We are looking for candidates who can commit to full time hours, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria on the person specification will be guaranteed an interview. We are an inclusive employer and welcome all applications.

This charity is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We provide an environment that is safeguarded and as part of our safer recruitment policy, the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and full references will be taken.