Support Worker. Job in Wigan Education & Training Jobs

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

Job summary

A leading care organization in Wigan is seeking a passionate Residential Support Worker to support young people. Your role will involve assisting with daily routines, creating a warm environment, and providing emotional support. Training will be provided with opportunities for career growth. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and contribute to a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Exclusive discounts at major retailers

Health benefits

24/7 support via CareTech Foundation

Expert training and career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Warm, patient, a great listener focused on achieving outcomes for others.
• No prior experience required; passion and willingness to be trained.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with their daily routines and activities.
• Create a warm, homely environment by assisting with housekeeping.
• Build strong, meaningful relationships providing emotional support.
• Plan and join fun activities such as park trips and movie nights.
• Keep essential records to ensure the best possible care.

Skills

Listening

Patience

Encouragement

Job description

Residential Support Worker

Location: Wigan

Pay: £14-£14.50 per hour plus £30 per sleep in

Shift Pattern: 10am-10pm followed by a sleep in on a 1 on 2 off basis

Extraordinary Days Every Day

At Cambian, you're not just working - you're shaping futures, furthermore as a Residential Support Worker, based within [Insert Location] 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

• 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 an Embrace Home with a staff team who are trained in attachment and trauma, challenging behaviour, and children who go missing. We are committed to providing the best possible care and education packages for young people. The home is registered by Ofsted with a GOOD rating to provide residential care to young people aged 7-18 years of any gender and with behavioural, emotional and social difficulties and offer medium- and long-term therapeutic placements. As part of the Embrace service we have an holistic, collaborative approach to further support the young people with care for with Education, their self-esteem and confidence as well as having Clinical input.

Our young person is a likeable soul who is a delight to care for. She is 15-years-old. She has a caring nature and thrives with confident and caring adults. We complete a range of activities and management also ensure they are present and set aside time in the home to spend with the young person too, creating a homely environment for all.

We have amazing teams who are very caring of one another and ensure everyone is happy and supported within their role. We support each other's calendar celebrations and have a fun and supportive environment. We have a range of experience and skills and champion one another strengths and development areas to help be our best selves.

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 group.