Location: Salford & Stockport
Salary: £13.50 per hour + £50 per sleep-in
Hours: 2 on / 4 off rota | Approx. 160 hours per month
Driver’s Licence: Preferred but not essential
Requirement: NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (Children & Young People) – Essential
Are you ready to step up into a leadership role in children’s residential care?
We’re recruiting for a Senior Residential Support Worker to help guide, mentor and support a team within a nurturing home for children with emotional and behavioural needs in Salford and Stockport. This is an incredible opportunity to take the next step in your care career with a clear pathway to management.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Acting as a shift leader, setting the tone and expectations for junior staff
Supporting the Registered Manager with compliance, team development, and safeguarding
Building strong and trusting relationships with children aged 8–18
Contributing to care planning, behaviour management and incident reporting
Ensuring a homely, therapeutic environment where children can grow and thrive
What’s on Offer:
£13.50 per hour + £50 per sleep
2 on / 4 off rota with 160 hours/month
Ongoing leadership and safeguarding training
Fast-track opportunities into Deputy or Registered Manager roles
A passionate and professional team who truly care
About You:
Must hold NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (Children & Young People)
Strong experience working in a support role with vulnerable children
Confident leading a team, making decisions, and handling safeguarding concerns
Approachable, calm, and focused on positive outcomes
A driver’s licence is preferred but not essential
If you’ve got the skills, heart, and leadership mindset – this is the perfect next step in your career
