Residential Childcare Worker

People and Place Residential Child Care Worker

Contract:

Permanent

Salary: £31,537 - £34,434 per annum (Grade
5) + 20% unsocial banding

Hours:

36.66 per week

Closing Date:
Monday 2nd March 2026

Interview: TBC

Informal Enquiries:
Andrea Worthington

Email: andr

In Oldham we have the highest aspirations to achieve the best outcomes for our children and families and to sustain them in their communities. We put their needs at the heart of everything we do.

As an RCCW, you will work with young people who are in care, edge of care or children with disability from the age of 5 through to the age of 18. The role works in a multi‑disciplinary team and provides support for children & young people in developing their skills to independence.

We work with one of the most diverse communities of any local authority in the country and this is reflected within our workforce which we believe is one of our greatest strengths. The life experiences and challenges facing our children and young people are incredibly varied and require an inclusive response which recognises unique strengths and works with them to achieve solutions.

We will develop and reward you for your expertise — that’s why we make sure you have access to a range of support, continual professional development, and training opportunities to continually improve your practice. We also offer a clear career development route based on your skills and experience through our progression pathway.

• To develop, monitor and review individual risk assessments, homes support plans, care plans and ensure that all actions resulting from them are followed.
• To assist young people in dealing with behavioural, emotional, or other difficulties in line with policy, procedure, children quality care standards and regulation 2015, supported accommodation standards & regulations.
• Knowledge of safeguarding in a children and young people’s context.
• To participate in the professional life of the home and to work as a member of the residential staff team.
• Accurately complete all relevant records and files in accordance with statutory requirements and home policies.
• Participate in training, attend staff meetings, and assist with home functions including administration duties.
• Ensure the compliance of regulation frameworks the home falls within and understand OFSTED.
• To support young people to develop skills and confidence moving on to independent living.

• Experience of delivering life skills and/or participation programmes to young people in a youth work, social care, or health setting.
• At least 1 year’s experience working with children and young people.
• Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (or equivalent qualification). Preferably started or completed, or competent with qualifications and able to complete level 3 in residential care.
• Have attention to detail ensuring correct information is recorded in all paperwork, keeping this up to date and organised for the manager’s review.

• 25 days annual leave with the option to purchase additional days, and which increases after 5- and 10‑years’ service.
• Attractive defined benefit pension scheme with a market‑leading AVC option for additional retirement savings.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Staff discount scheme for shopping, entertainment, eating‑out, eating‑in, travel, motoring and more.
• Salary sacrifice scheme, including Cycle to Work.
• Well‑being support, including an Employment Assistance Programme that provides 24‑hour access to advice and support.
• Staff recognition and celebration events.
• A supportive and enabling workplace with quality supervision from your manager.
• A comprehensive learning and development programme as part of your ongoing continuing professional development.
• Clear progression pathways.

Oldham Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The successful applicant will be required to register to the DBS Update Service to enable the Council to undertake rechecks throughout your…