Residential Support Worker

Residential Support Worker – Care Tech

Location: Nelson, Lancashire

Contract: Full Time (Permanent)

Hours per week: 40

Salary: £12.69‑£13.31 per hour plus £30 per sleep in

Closing Date: Saturday 31 January 2026

Care Tech Community Services was established in 1993 and now offers 250 services with continuous growth, including new developments. We are a national provider of support for people with complex and challenging behaviours associated with autism, learning disabilities, mental health illness and neurological conditions. We support people to live as independently as possible within their own homes and also in residential care.

We are committed to providing the highest levels of care to our residents. To enable us to do this we need caring and dedicated professionals to deliver first‑class care.

All applicants will be subject to satisfactory references and all employees are checked against the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). Care Tech is a Disability Confident Leader.

• Support young people with their daily routines: preparing for school, meal times and planning activities.
• Create a warm, homely environment by helping with light housekeeping.
• Build strong, meaningful relationships and provide emotional support.
• Plan and join fun activities such as trips to the park, popcorn & movie nights or creative projects.
• Keep essential records to ensure the best possible care.

Our home is a solo home with one young person living there who has been there for just over 12 months. We have a committed staff team that works hard to improve the lives of the young people. The young person makes us all happy to see the progress they are making each day. Our team works together, allocates job roles and collectively solves problems to meet the young person's needs.

• Warm, patient, a great listener and encourager focused on achieving outcomes for others.
• Prior experience not required – we provide training if you have the passion.

Entry level

• Exclusive discounts at major retailers (ASDA, Tesco, M&S, etc.).
• Health benefits, including dental and optical cashback after two years.
• 24/7 support:
  Helpline and hardship grants via the Care Tech Foundation.
• Welcoming home: comfortable and well‑designed space.
• Expert training: two weeks of fully funded induction.
• Career growth: fully funded diplomas (Levels 3‑5) and clear pathways for promotion.
• Supportive team: work with people who care as much as you do.

This isn’t just a job – it’s a chance to change lives, one extraordinary day at a time. Join us and be part of something meaningful. Apply today!

Care Tech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.