Children's Home Senior Support Worker

Senior Residential Support Worker – Therapeutic Children’s Home

Location: Oldham, OL3
Salary: £16 per hours & £70 per sleep 
Shifts: 48-hour shifts + occasional 24-hour shifts (rota confirmed 6 months in advance)
Sleep-ins: 8–10 per month (essential) 
On-call duties: Required
Driver: Yes, essential
Qualifications: Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent
Experience: Minimum 1 year in a Children’s Residential setting
Monthly hours: 165

Welcome to To Be

Where young people thrive — and so do our team.

At To Be, we’re building something more than a children’s home — we’re building a future for young people with Learning Disabilities (LD) and Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).

We’re also building a team culture where every voice matters, careers are nurtured, and everyone feels they belong.

If you’re passionate about making a long-term difference in children’s lives and want to be part of a supportive, therapeutic environment — you’ll feel right at home with us.

What We Offer

✨ A trauma-informed, relationship-based care model
Meaningful career progression with clear pathways into management
Therapeutic support for both children and staff
Buddy system for new starters
Wellbeing benefits, including:

• Free/subsidised gym membership


• Access to Blue Light Card discounts


• Wellness scheme (incl. dental, podiatry, therapy, acupuncture, and more)

Beautiful, fully furnished homes integrated into local communities

About the Role

As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you’ll play a vital role in transforming lives. You'll:

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  Deliver consistent, one-to-one therapeutic care to children aged 5–17

  
  


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  Support children in daily routines, education, and social activities — from appointments to UK trips and holidays abroad

  
  


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  Be a positive role model, providing stability, safety, and emotional support

  
  


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  Help create a nurturing environment where children feel heard and valued

  
  


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  Maintain accurate records in line with care plans

  
  


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  Work collaboratively with a close-knit team and experienced manager

  
  


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  Be resilient through the highs and lows — and always ready to put the child first

  
  

What We’re Looking For

✔️ At least 1 year’s experience in a children’s residential care setting
✔️ Level 3 Diploma (or equivalent) in Residential Childcare
✔️ A full UK driving licence
✔️ Passion, empathy, and a strong sense of purpose
✔️ Commitment to building a career in therapeutic care — with support to gain your Level 5 Diploma and progress into management

Rewards & Benefits

Career & Development

• Fully funded Level 4 & 5 Diplomas


• Regular supervision and development-focused 1:1s


• In-house & online expert training


• Progression 

Financial Benefits

• Transparent salary progression


• Uncapped overtime (earn up to 50% more per month)


• Enhanced overtime pay


• Fully funded enhanced DBS

Health & Wellbeing

• 33 days annual leave


• Monthly wellbeing check-ins


• 24/7 on-call management support


• Employee Assistance & Counselling


• Wellness package extended to family members after 6 months

Team Culture & Extras

• Company events and awards


• Regular team meetings and idea-sharing sessions


• A real sense of community and support