Support Worker

Caretech; Chorley; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's residential care provider near Wigan seeks a Support Worker to provide care and emotional support to young residents. You'll build meaningful relationships, support daily activities, and offer guidance in a nurturing environment. Ideal candidates will have a manual UK driving licence and prior experience in care. This fulfilling role offers competitive pay, inclusive of sleep-in payments, and a welcome bonus upon probation completion, fostering personal growth within the company.

Benefits

£500 Welcome Bonus

Enhanced DBS cost covered

Support to progress within the company

£1000 Refer A Friend scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in care is preferred.
• Manual UK driving licence is essential.
• Open to ongoing development and learning.

Responsibilities

• Ensure children receive the highest level of support.
• Complete and update care plans regularly.
• Build strong, meaningful relationships and provide emotional support.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work in a team

Patience

Listening skills

Education

Level 3 qualification in Children’s Residential

Job description

Support Worker

Location: Haigh, near Wigan

Pay: £12.89 per hour PLUS £78.30 for each sleep‑in completed

Driving licence: A full UK Manual driving licence is required and we are not able to offer sponsorship for this vacancy.

Extraordinary Days Every Day

New Year, New Career – Become a Support Worker in Children’s Residential Care

At ROC Northwest, you're not just working – you're shaping futures. Furthermore, as a Senior Support Worker every moment you spend with our young people 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

• Ensure our children receive the highest level of support
• Dayshifts with sleep‑ins
• Support senior staff with timely updates
• Promote individuality NOT a “one size fits all” approach
• Complete and update care plans regularly, updating with any additional requirements
• Be part of 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

A Little About This Home

Red Rock Lodge is more than just a children's home, it is a place of safety, stability, and new beginnings where we create a warm and welcoming home that feels like family. Each of our young people is unique and our home is built on strong, trusting relationships and a belief that every child is capable of growth, healing, and success. Our young people remind our team why we chose this career, to provide safety, nurture, stability and opportunities where our young people can thrive. Seeing them achieve milestones makes us incredibly proud and we are inspired by their resilience and ability to overcome adversity.

We walk alongside our young people through all of life's ups and downs, offering the guidance and encouragement they need to build a future full of hope and confidence. We are here for children who’ve experienced emotional or behavioural challenges, offering them a place where they are listened to, believed in, and supported unconditionally. We celebrate progress, big or small, together!

What We Look For

We're looking for people who genuinely care and want to make that difference. Warm, patient, a great listener and encourager - focused on achieving outcomes for others. Taking pride in knowing you are helping to shape someone's life for the better.

• Previous experience is preferred or maybe you have cared for a friend or family member
• Ability to work towards a Level 3 qualification in Children’s Residential
• Manual UK driving licence is essential
• Open to ongoing development and learning with help from your friendly team
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and written
• Ability to cover day shifts with overnight sleep‑ins at the service

Why Join Us?

• Competitive rates of pay with enviable sleep‑in payments
• £500 Welcome Bonus on completion of successful probation period
• £1000 Refer A Friend scheme
• Support to progress within the company
• Enhanced DBS cost covered by company
• A genuine home from home with a friendly team

Your Next Step

Simply use the Apply Now button and we will be in touch with you soon.

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/PVG check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.