Posted 21 July, 2026
Residential Support Worker (Bank)
ARBORVITAE CARE SERVICES LTD
Manchester, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
Residential Support Worker
\nLocation: Wythenshawe, with initial travel to Warrington for training.
\nShifts: 24hr (10am-10am), 15hr (7:30am-10:30pm) & 9hr waking nights (10:30pm-07:30am)
\nContracts: Bank Only
\nIf you want a role where everyday matters and no two days are the same, you’re in the right place.
\nWe’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.
\nThe role:
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- Helping young people feel safe, supported and heard \n
- Building real relationships (the kind that actually make a difference) \n
- Being a positive role model - consistent, fair and encouraging \n
- Supporting daily life: meals, routines, activities, keeping the home running \n
- Encouraging independence, confidence and better choices \n
- Handling tough moments calmly and confidently \n
- Working as part of a solid team that’s got your back \n
- Multi agency working – social workers, CAMHS, LAC nurses \n
You’ll fit right in if you are:
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- Calm under pressure \n
- Resilient - you bounce back and keep going \n
- Straight-talking but kind \n
- Non-judgemental and genuinely caring \n
- A team player who pulls their weight \n
The essentials/desirables:
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- Level 3 in Children’s Residential Care (or willing to work towards it) \n
- Willing to complete an enhanced DBS \n
- A full UK Driving Licence (desirable) \n
Extra credit if you’ve got:
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- Experience working with young people or residential care experience \n
- Knowledge of the sector \n
Full job description sent over at screening stage.
