Support Worker

The Cambian Group; Preston; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Join The Cambian Group as a Residential Support Worker in Preston, where you’ll play a vital role in shaping the futures of young people aged 8-18. This position offers meaningful support through daily interactions, fostering growth in a welcoming environment. With comprehensive training and career growth opportunities, you'll be part of a dedicated team that prioritizes nurturing and skilled support for those with behavioral difficulties.

Benefits

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

Health benefits, including dental and optical cashback after two years

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

Fully funded induction training

Career growth: Fully Funded Diplomas (Levels 3-5)

Qualifications

• Warm and patient attitude; strong listening skills.
• Passion for supporting young people, previous experience not required.
• Willingness to engage and adapt to daily challenges.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with their daily routines and activities.
• Build meaningful relationships and provide emotional support.
• Maintain essential records for care quality.

Skills

Listening

Patience

Encouragement

Job description

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Shift Pattern: 1 on 2 off basis, including sleep ins

Extraordinary Days Every Day

At Cambian, you’re not just working - you’re shaping futures, furthermore as a Residential Support Worker, based within Preston 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 5 bedded home that looks after young people with Behavioural Difficulties, the home is set on the grounds of a school and another 5 bed home as well, the home is furnished to a very high standard, with a great diverse staff team.

We currently have 4 young people in the home, 3 boys 14, 14 & 12 with 1 girl 14 years of age, all have their own different backgrounds, the young people are very settled within the home.

The team is a very diverse team and work on a schedule of 1 day at work and 2 days off, they work as 3 teams of 4 and alternative sleeps with the teams, the staff cover each other for annual leave along with sickness, we have weekly meetings with our young people to organise activities and meals depending on the young people and the staff team..

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. Apply today!

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.