Residential Support Worker

Care Tech Community Services established in 1993 has 250 services with continuous growth with new developments/services. Care Tech Community Services is 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 are proud to announce they are a Disability Confident Leader.

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• Location:
  
  Rochdale, Oldham
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• Contract:
  
  Full Time
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• Role Type:
  Permanent
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• Working hours per week: 40
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• Salary: £12.36-£13 per hour
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• Closing Date:
  Wednesday 25 March 2026
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At Cambian, you’re not just working – you’re shaping futures, and as a Residential Support Worker, based within the Manchester region every moment you spend with our young people (ages 8–18) helps them feel safe, valued and supported. A simple "How was your day?", a shared laugh over a board game or encouragement during a tough moment – these small interactions build trust and shape lives.

Some days will be challenging but every breakthrough, every smile and every step forward will remind you why this work truly matters.

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• Support young people with their daily routines; getting them ready for school, prepping for meal times and planning activities.
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• Create a warm, homely environment by helping with light housekeeping.
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• Build strong, meaningful relationships and provide emotional support.
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• Plan and join fun activities like trips to the park, popcorn & movie nights or creative projects.
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• Keep essential records to ensure the best possible care.
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Our home is a lovely spacious solo home with one child; there are always two members of staff on shift every day. We are a strong, experienced and resilient team that provides nurture, care and support to the children we look after, providing a family‑home environment which is positive and rewarding for our team and the children. We promote and support our children in attending education and their individual care plans, as well as engaging in activities in the home and out in the local community to create fun, lasting memories for our children.

Warm, patient, a great listener and encourager – focused on achieving outcomes for others. No prior experience? No problem! If you have the passion, we’ll provide the training.

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• Exclusive discounts at major retailers (ASDA, Tesco, M&S, etc.)
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• Health benefits, including dental and optical cashback after two years
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• 24/7 support:
  Helpline and hardship grants via the Care Tech Foundation
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• A Welcoming Home:
  Work in a comfortable and well‑designed space
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• Expert Training:
  Two weeks of fully funded induction
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• Career Growth:
  Fully Funded Diplomas (Levels 3-5) and clear pathways for promotion
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• Supportive Team:
  Work with people who care as much as you do
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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!

Caretech 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.