Senior Residential Childcare Support Worker

Job description

Amnis Educationis currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing residential care provider, seeking aSenior Residential Childcare Support Workerto join their dedicated team in Chorley.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Residential Care Worker ready to step into a senior role, or an existing Senior looking for genuine career progression within a supportive and expanding organisation.

About the Role

You will play a key role in supporting children and young people who have experienced trauma, ensuring they receive high-quality, consistent, and nurturing care within a safe residential setting.

Working as part of a strong, multidisciplinary team, you will help create a stable and supportive environment that promotes positive outcomes and long-term development for each young person.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and guide the care team to meet the individual needs of young people
• Deliver direct, therapeutic support to children and young people
• Work collaboratively with external professionals to achieve the best outcomes
• Provide supervision and support to staff in line with regulatory standards
• Lead and contribute to Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) meetings (Clinical & Education)
• Support the Deputy and Registered Manager in achieving service objectives
• Uphold safeguarding standards and promote a positive, nurturing environment

Requirements

• Level 3 or 4 in Residential Child Care (essential)
• Minimum 1 year supervisory experience (essential)
• Minimum 1 year experience supporting young people in residential care (essential)
• Full UK Driving Licence (essential)
• Minimum age: 21 years

Desirable:

• Level 5 in Residential Child Care
• DBS on the Update Service

Whats on Offer

• Competitive salaryincluding sleep-in payments (£65 per sleep, approx. 2 per week)
• Overtime premium rates
• Structured rota (typically 2 days on, 4 days off)
• Comprehensive induction & ongoing training
• Fully fundedLevel 5 Leadership & Management qualification
• Clear progression pathway toDeputy Manager / Registered Manager
• Pension scheme & health/wellbeing support
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free meals on shift
• Access to 200+ training courses
• DBS paid for
• Generous annual leave (217.5 hours inclusive of bank holidays)

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Chorley

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

£35,000 Per Month

Published at

03-06-2026

Profession type

Home Care Jobs

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