Senior Support Worker

Senior Support Worker – Children’s Residential Care 

Location: Rochdale        Salary: Competative

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Senior Support Worker to join our children’s residential service in Rochdale, supporting a young person in a nurturing, structured environment.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference, providing high-quality, person-centred care that promotes independence, emotional wellbeing and positive development. You will work closely with families and multi-disciplinary professionals to ensure the best outcomes for the young person.

The role involves a combination of hands-on support and administrative responsibilities, requiring strong communication skills, resilience and a proactive approach.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the young person with daily living activities, promoting independence and confidence
• Develop and implement tailored care plans to meet individual needs
• Provide support during educational, recreational, and social activities
• Transport the young person to school, appointments, and activities as required
• Maintain accurate records of progress, incidents, and daily logs in line with organisational policies
• Communicate effectively with families, colleagues, and external professionals
• Contribute to a safe, supportive, and nurturing home environment
• Utilise IT systems for documentation, reporting, and communication
• Uphold safeguarding standards and promote the welfare of the young person at all times

Requirements

• Minimum age of 22 years (in line with Ofsted regulations)
• NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People’s Workforce (or equivalent)
• At least 2 years’ experience in residential childcare supporting young people
• Full UK manual driving licence
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection practices
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

About You

• Compassionate, patient, and resilient
• Passionate about supporting children’s growth and development
• Able to build positive, trusting relationships
• Organised with strong attention to detail
• Committed to delivering high-quality, child-centred care

What We Offer

• Competitive starting salary 
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference in a young person’s life
• Supportive team environment
• Ongoing training and professional development

If you are passionate about supporting children and want to be part of a dedicated and caring team, we would love to hear from you.