Support Worker

Embracecare; Preston; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 14,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist childcare provider in Preston is recruiting Children’s Residential Support Workers to deliver compassionate care to children with complex needs. The role is vital for fostering a secure environment and supporting personal development. Employees benefit from competitive pay, career progression opportunities, and comprehensive healthcare support. This full-time position requires empathy, resilience, and a commitment to safeguarding. Join this organization to make a meaningful difference in children's lives.

Benefits

28 days paid annual leave

Loyalty bonuses up to £32,000 over 10 years

Free on-site parking

Fully funded healthcare support

Paid induction and ongoing training

Clear career progression

£1,000 Refer-a-Friend bonus

Annual staff awards with over £10,000 in prizes

Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing

Qualifications

• Experience in care or working with children is helpful but not essential.
• Empathy and resilience are crucial.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day care and support to children and young people.
• Help children build confidence and life skills.
• Maintain accurate records and work as part of a supportive team.

Skills

Compassionate approach

Patient demeanor

Strong commitment to safeguarding

Education

Willingness to work towards Level 3 qualification

Job description

Children’s Residential Support Worker

£13.00 to £13.50 per hour (£31,400 to £32,400 per year including sleep-ins)
Preston
Permanent, full-time
UK right-to-work required – no sponsorship available

Our Values

Compassionate Care • Lifelong Careers • Honest Communication

Make a meaningful difference in children’s lives by creating safe, nurturing homes where young people can thrive.
Embrace Care is recruiting full‑time Children’s Residential Support Workers to join our Ofsted‑regulated children’s homes in Preston, supporting children and young people with Autism, ADHD, Learning Disabilities and complex needs.

As a Children’s Residential Support Worker at Embrace Care, you will play a vital role in helping children feel safe, valued and supported every day. You will encourage independence, confidence and positive development while creating a stable, therapeutic and nurturing home environment.

Embrace Care is a growing specialist provider. In 2024, we grew our workforce to over 140 colleagues, and in 2026 we will continue to grow sustainably — meaning stronger teams, better on‑shift support and clear opportunities to build a long‑term career in children’s residential care.

Contract details

• Permanent full‑time position
• Includes sleep‑in duties

What we offer

• £13.00 to £13.50 per hour plus sleep‑in payments
• Approximately £31,400 to £32,400 per year including sleep‑ins
• 28 days paid annual leave with annual pay reviews
• Loyalty bonuses up to£32,000 over 10 years
• Free on‑site parking
• Fully funded healthcare support (dental, eye care physiotherapy)
• Paid induction and ongoing training
• Clear career progression and support to gain qualifications (including Level 3)
• £1,000 Refer‑a‑Friend bonus
• Annual staff awards with over£10,000 in prizes
• Employee Assistance Programme for mental and physical wellbeing

Your role as a Children’s Residential Support Worker

• Provide day‑to‑day care and support to children and young people
• Support daily routines, education, activities and personal development
• Help children build confidence, independence and life skills
• Follow care plans, behaviour support strategies and safeguarding procedures
• Create a safe, positive and inclusive home environment
• Maintain accurate records and work as part of a supportive team

What we are looking for

• Experience in care or working with children is helpful butnot essential
• A compassionate, patient and reliable approach
• Willingness to work towards a Level 3 Children’s Residential qualification
• Strong commitment to safeguarding and positive outcomes for childrenResilience, empathy and a genuine desire to support young people

Why work for Embrace Care

At Embrace Care, we are committed to providing high‑quality, child‑centred care while supporting our teams to grow and succeed. You will be welcomed into a supportive environment, given high‑quality training and encouraged to build a long‑term career in children’s residential care.

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