Senior Children's Residential Worker

**Senior Residential Childcare Worker**

**Salary**: £30,000 - £40,000 per annum (dependent on experience) + bonuses
**Locations**: Flixton - Greater Manchester, Sale & Partington
**Type**: Full-time, PAYE
**Development**: Clear progression into management roles

**Make a Difference Every Day**

At **NW Care Group**, we believe that every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and loved.
We’re looking for **compassionate, resilient, and dedicated Residential Childcare Officers** to join our homes across Greater Manchester.

This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to **change young lives** by offering understanding, stability, and care to children aged **7-17** who have faced complex life experiences.

If you have a genuine love for supporting young people and believe in the power of kindness, consistency, and hope — we’d love to hear from you.

**About NW Care Group**

NW Care Group provides nurturing, trauma-informed residential homes for children and young people with a range of emotional and behavioural needs.
We work to build trust, encourage growth, and create a sense of belonging — ensuring every child is seen, heard, and supported to reach their full potential.

**What You’ll Do**

As a Residential Childcare Officer, you’ll be part of a caring, professional team that places young people at the heart of everything we do.

**Your role will include**:

- Acting as a positive role model for young people and colleagues, promoting a culture of respect, inclusion, and warmth.
- Providing personalised care that meets each child’s emotional, physical, and educational needs.
- Supporting young people through challenges with empathy, patience, and consistency.
- Contributing to care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support strategies.
- Ensuring compliance with safeguarding procedures and the Children’s Homes Regulations.
- Supporting the daily running of the home — including activity planning, reporting, and liaising with families and professionals.
- Encouraging young people to take part in activities that build confidence, independence, and joy.

**About You**

We’re looking for people who care deeply about helping children overcome adversity and find their place in the world.

You’ll bring:

- A **genuine love for supporting young people** and helping them achieve positive outcomes.
- A calm, empathetic, and trauma-informed approach to care.
- Resilience and emotional intelligence when faced with challenging situations.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- A desire to learn and grow within a supportive organisation.

**Preferred qualifications and experience**:

- Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (or equivalent), or a willingness to work towards it.
- 1-2 years’ experience working with children or young people in care, education, or support settings.
- Understanding of child protection, safeguarding, and relevant childcare legislation.
- A full UK driving licence (preferred).

**Why Join NW Care Group?**

We know that great care starts with people who are supported and valued. That’s why we offer:

- **Comprehensive paid induction** and continuous professional development.
- **Clear progression pathways** into senior and management roles.
- **Employee recognition awards**, including:

- _Employee of the Month_
- _Outstanding Service Employee of the Year_ (£3,000 voucher-based award)
- _Long Service Awards_ (£500 for 2 years, £750 for 5 years, £1,000 for 10 years)
- **Paid Blue Light Card** (first year).
- **Pension scheme** and additional holiday entitlement for long service.
- **Free PureGym membership**, including group fitness classes.
- **Refer a Friend Scheme** (£100 per successful referral).
- **Employee Assistance Programme** for wellbeing support.

**Additional Information**
- Full enhanced **DBS check** required.
- Some **unsocial hours and weekend work** will be expected.
- Must have **right to work in the UK**.
- **Full driving licence** and willingness to travel within Greater Manchester preferred.

**Join Us**

If you have a caring heart, a calm spirit, and a desire to make a difference — we’d love to welcome you to our team.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £30,000.00-£40,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Additional leave
- Company pension
- Gym membership
- Matching gift scheme
- On-site parking
- Store discount

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Urmston M41: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- Have, working towards or willing to work towards:
Level 3 in Residential Childcare

**Education**:

- Certificate of Higher Education (preferred)

Work Location: In person