Support Worker Children ages 5 to 18
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Job Summary
Crewe Cheshire Therapeutic EBD Complex Childcare Homes Full Time Full Training Provided
Homes for Support is expanding across Crewe Cheshire and we are recruiting Residential Childcare Support Workers (Drivers essential) to join our growing teams.
You will help children feel safe build trust regulate emotions and experience stability. Youll support daily routines school transport appointments activities and therapeutic plans on a medium to long-term care plan. This is a purposeful position caring for children and young people as they build independence confidence and life skills.
We have opportunities in:
EBD Residential Home opening later in 2026 due to company growth
High-Complex Attachments and Behavioural Needs Home (1 bedroom 2:1 staffing) opening soon to support children with the most complex care needs
Whether you have previous childcare experience or are completely new to the sector if you are reliable compassionate and confident driving we will train and support you.
Why This Role is Different
You will be a trusted adult in their lives. That means creating stability modelling positive relationships supporting education and aspirations and helping them navigate the practical and emotional challenges of growing up. Every interaction matters - from key work sessions and support planning to everyday conversations that build trust and resilience.
The role sits within a regulated environment which means our practice is structured reflective and always centred on the welfare safety and progress of the young people we support. You will contribute to support planning risk management professional meetings and partnership working to ensure young people have the opportunities and safeguards they deserve.
Salary & Benefits
We offer competitive pay ranging from 25528.50 - 31918.50 depending on qualification and sleep-in frequency.
In addition youll receive:
Paid induction and full training
Fully funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (if required)
Enhanced overtime and progression opportunities
Company pension scheme
Company sick pay (after qualifying period)
Compassionate and bereavement leave
24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for you and adults in your household
Health Cash Plan after 6 months (claim back on glasses prescriptions therapy & more)
Monthly rewards draws
Team building events
Charity fundraising opportunities
Loyalty rewards and additional annual leave growing with loyalty to our team
Many of our leaders started as Support Workers - progression is real and encouraged.
Working Hours
Shifts are rota-based and include evenings weekends and sleep-ins where applicable. The pattern is two days work followed by four days off on a rolling six-day cycle. The working day starts at 08:00 and ends at 23:00.
Who Were Looking For
You must:
Hold the right to work in the UK and the ability to commute to Crewe
Hold a full UK driving licence and be over 21 (insurance requirement)
Be reliable calm and emotionally resilient
Be willing to complete training and qualifications
Experience in care youth work security support work mental health sports coaching or the armed forces is beneficial but not essential.
No childcare qualifications No problem. We will support you.
Safer Recruitment
Homes for Support is committed to safeguarding children. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and references.
Interviews are held in person for approximately 45 minutes with two managers as part of our robust safer recruitment process.
About Homes for Support
Homes for Support provides Residential Childcare Supported Accommodation and Community Outreach services across Cheshire. Our homes include therapeutic packages EBD provision and high-complex care environments.
If you are searching for:
Support Worker jobs in Crewe
Residential Support Worker jobs in Crewe
Childcare jobs in Cheshire
Complex Care roles
Therapeutic Residential Care careers
Care jobs with training and progression
Apply today and start your career with Homes for Support.
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Key Skills
- Nursing Home Experience
- Developmental Disabilities Experience
- Direct Support
- Computer Operation
- Caregiving
- Case Management
- Special Needs
- Training & Development
- Child Protective Services
- Experience with Children
- Word Processing
- Addiction Counseling
About Company
Homes for Support provides residential childcare, supported accommodation and community outreach services across Cheshire and surrounding areas. We support children, young people and families - and we support our staff team just as strongly, with training, progression and a friendly t ... View more
