Therapeutic Support Worker

Job description

Arborvitae Care ServicesResidential 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

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Manchester

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

21-05-2026

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