Support Worker Childrens Part Time at Caretech

Job description

Job Title: Support WorkerAgency: CareTechLocation: Haigh, WN1 1AZSalary/Rate: £12.89 to £13.31 per hour

Children's Residential Support Worker Part Time – UK manual driving licence is essential.

Who is ROC Northwest?ROC Northwest has held an enviable reputation for over 20 years, offering high‐quality residential care and education to children and young people with adverse childhood experiences, including Autism, SEBD and complex needs. We recruit positive, caring individuals to support our residents in a truly family‐like environment.

What is the role?

Supporting children in all aspects of their daily lives

Helping them develop and maintain positive relationships with friends and family

Encouraging social activity by attending events and activities, boosting confidence and independence

Building strong relationships to make a difference in their lives

Safeguarding children by monitoring and reporting any suspicion or evidence of harm, ensuring care plans are followed and updated

Performing basic housekeeping duties when children are not in the home

Engaging in other activities such as watching movies, reading, crafts, outings and walks to keep children active and happy

We promote a fun, love‐led home setting where you can take pride in supporting our service users and enjoy a genuine family atmosphere.

What do we look for?

Experience in a similar role or personal experience supporting a friend or family member (required)

A full UK manual driving licence

Desire to put others first and leave each day with a sense of pride in what you've achieved

A Children's Residential Level 3 qualification is desirable but not essential

Flexibility to work day shifts (e.g., 8 am‐10 pm) and sleep‐ins (10 pm‐7 am), with occasional weekend rotations

What do we offer?

Starting rate of £12.36 to £13.31 per hour, depending on qualifications and location

£78.30 for every sleep‐in; full‐time staff can earn up to £7,500 per year from sleep‐ins alone

Comprehensive training, including a two‐week paid induction and shadow shifts with senior staff

Full sponsorship for a nationally recognised Level 3 qualification in Children's Residential Care (≈£3,000), leading to a higher hourly rate

£500 Welcome Bonus after completing probation

£1,000 Refer‐A‐Friend scheme for successful referrals

Fewer working days per week, giving more days off compared with a traditional Monday‐to‐Friday schedule

Free onsite parking and free meals on shift

Career development opportunities to Team Leader, Deputy Manager, and Registered Manager

Company pension scheme and staff recognition awards

Free Enhanced DBS check

ROC Northwest Values we look for in you

Friendly, passionate and caring

Positive, pleasant and approachable

Empowering others to build confidence and strength

Person‐centred, allowing children to utilise their own strengths

Innovative, using or introducing new engagement methods and ideas

Safeguarding StatementCareTech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS/PVG check, provide satisfactory references, and meet the requirements for roles involving vulnerable groups.

How to ApplyInterested and qualified candidates should apply online for this job .

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

31-03-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English