Arborvitae Care Services
Residential Support Worker
Location: Wythenshawe, with initial travel to Warrington for training.
Shifts: 24hr (10am-10am), 15hr (7:30am-10:30pm) & 9hr waking nights (10:30pm-07:30am). Contracts: Full Time, Bank.
If you want a role where everyday matters and no two days are the same, you’re in the right place.
We’re looking for people who genuinely care – the kind who show up, step up and make a difference to young people who need stability, support and someone in their corner.
The role
* Helping young people feel safe, supported and heard
* Building real relationships (the kind that actually make a difference)
* Being a positive role model – consistent, fair and encouraging
* Supporting daily life: meals, routines, activities, keeping the home running
* Encouraging independence, confidence and better choices
* Handling tough moments calmly and confidently
* Working as part of a solid team that’s got your back
* Multi agency working – social workers, CAMHS, LAC nurses
You’ll fit right in if you are
* Calm under pressure
* Resilient – you bounce back and keep going
* Straight‑talking but kind
* Non‑judgemental and genuinely caring
* A team player who pulls their weight
The essentials/desirables
* Level 3 in Children’s Residential Care (or willing to work towards it)
* Willing to complete an enhanced DBS
* A full UK Driving Licence (desirable)
Extra credit if you’ve got
* Experience working with young people or residential care experience
* Knowledge of the sector
What you get back
* Free Blue Light Card
* NHS cash plan top‑up
* Life assurance (3x salary)
* Casual dress – no need for formal wear
* Paid day off for your birthday
* Career progression with our “Roots to Growth” scheme
* A job where you’ll actually see the difference you make
Full job description sent over at screening stage.
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