Children's Home Senior Support Worker
1 week ago
Senior Residential Support Worker – Therapeutic Children's Home
Location: Oldham, OL3
Salary: £16 per hours & £70 per sleep
Shifts: 48-hour shifts + occasional 24-hour shifts (rota confirmed 6 months in advance)
Sleep-ins: 8–10 per month (essential)
On-call duties: Required
Driver: Yes, essential
Qualifications: Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent
Experience: Minimum 1 year in a Children's Residential setting
Monthly hours: 165
Where young people thrive — and so do our team.
At To Be, we're building something more than a children's home — we're building a future for young people with Learning Disabilities (LD) and Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).
We're also building a team culture where every voice matters, careers are nurtured, and everyone feels they belong.
If you're passionate about making a long-term difference in children's lives and want to be part of a supportive, therapeutic environment — you'll feel right at home with us.
What We Offer A trauma-informed, relationship-based care model
Meaningful career progression with clear pathways into management
Therapeutic support for both children and staff
Buddy system for new starters
Wellbeing benefits, including:
Beautiful, fully furnished homes integrated into local communities
About the RoleAs a Senior Residential Support Worker, you'll play a vital role in transforming lives. You'll:
Deliver consistent, one-to-one therapeutic care to children aged 5–17
Support children in daily routines, education, and social activities — from appointments to UK trips and holidays abroad
Be a positive role model, providing stability, safety, and emotional support
Help create a nurturing environment where children feel heard and valued
Maintain accurate records in line with care plans
Work collaboratively with a close-knit team and experienced manager
Be resilient through the highs and lows — and always ready to put the child first
What We're Looking For At least 1 year's experience in a children's residential care setting
Level 3 Diploma (or equivalent) in Residential Childcare
A full UK driving licence
Passion, empathy, and a strong sense of purpose
Commitment to building a career in therapeutic care — with support to gain your Level 5 Diploma and progress into management
Career & Development
Fully funded Level 4 & 5 DiplomasRegular supervision and development-focused 1:1sIn-house & online expert trainingProgression Financial Benefits
Transparent salary progressionUncapped overtime (earn up to 50% more per month)Enhanced overtime payFully funded enhanced DBS Health & Wellbeing
33 days annual leaveMonthly wellbeing check-ins24/7 on-call management supportEmployee Assistance & CounsellingWellness package extended to family members after 6 months Team Culture & Extras
Company events and awardsRegular team meetings and idea-sharing sessionsA real sense of community and support Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're driven to give young people the childhood they deserve — filled with laughter, safety, and possibility — we want to hear from you.
Contact Sam for a confidential chat:
Phone:
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Or simply click Apply Now to start your journey with To Be.
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