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Every Step Matters

If you're looking for more than just a job and if you want to make a difference in a workplace where your wellbeing matters, and where you're seen as a person, not a number, we'd love to hear from you.

At Footsteps, we support our team the same way we support our young people: with care, respect, and commitment.

As a small, values-led organisation, we're able to truly get to know each other, work collaboratively, and create an environment where everyone feels included, supported, and empowered to develop. With one Director and a hands-on senior leadership team, we stay connected to the work that matters most and the people doing it.

If you would like to be part of our journey, please express your interest below

Senior Residential Support Worker (Children) Blossoms

Northwich £3,000.10 - £3,103.90 a month - Full-time

Rated 'Good' in all areas – 2 bedroom children's home

We're looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Residential Support Worker to join our close, supportive team in Northwich. Our home provides care for young people with complex and challenging needs, so we need someone who can lead by example, calm under pressure, confident in decision-making, and able to inspire those around them.

As a Senior, you'll take on additional responsibility, including leading shifts, overseeing daily routines, supporting the team to deliver high-quality, therapeutic care, and ensuring consistent standards across the home. You'll play a key role in mentoring colleagues, contributing to care plans, and maintaining a safe, nurturing environment where young people can flourish.

You'll already hold your Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare and will continue to be supported through personal development plans, regular supervision and appraisals, and targeted training. For those aspiring to progress further, there are opportunities to work towards higher qualifications and management development. We're proud to see our team members grow from Residential Support Worker to management positions, because when you invest in Footsteps, we invest in you.

We're also proud of our Dog Therapy Programme, which brings unique comfort, motivation, and joy to the young people we support. With the right safeguards in place, our therapy dog helps young people to build confidence, reduce anxiety, and develop essential life skills in calm, positive ways.

What we offer:

• A strong, values-led team that supports and celebrates one another
• Ongoing professional development through PDPs, supervision, appraisals, and tailored training
• Opportunities for career progression into management roles
• Performance, attendance, and "above and beyond" bonuses
• Supportive supervision and wellbeing initiatives

Requirements:

• Must be aged 21 or over (for insurance purposes when driving company vehicles)
• Must hold a full UK driving licence for at least 12 months (insurance requirement)
• Must hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• Experience working with young people with complex needs
• Confidence in leading shifts and supporting colleagues
• Emotional resilience, strong communication, and a proactive, caring approach

Salary:
The advertised monthly pay is based on 173 contracted hours, including an average of 11 sleep-ins and 4 on-calls per month. Sleep-ins and on-calls are scheduled monthly and may vary.

Children's Residential Support Worker  Shutley

Northwich £2,742.33 - £2,827.10 a month - Permanent, Full-time

Rated 'Good' in all areas – 3 bedroom children's home

We're looking for compassionate, motivated Residential Support Workers to join our close, supportive team in Northwich. Our home provides care for young people with complex and challenging needs, so we need people who are emotionally resilient, creative in their approach, and able to build genuine, trusting relationships.

You'll be part of a nurturing environment that values your growth as much as the children's. Through our training provider, we offer apprenticeships from Level 3 to Level 5, with opportunities for continued development up to Level 7 for those who progress into senior management roles. We're proud to see our team members grow from Residential Support Worker to management positions, because when you invest in Footsteps, we invest in you.

We're also proud of our Dog Therapy Programme, which brings unique comfort, motivation, and joy to the young people we support. With the right safeguards in place, our therapy dog helps young people to build confidence, reduce anxiety, and develop essential life skills in calm, positive ways.

What we offer:

• A strong, values-led team that supports and celebrates one another
• Enrolment onto the Level 3 Residential Childcare Apprenticeship within six months
• Ongoing training, qualifications, and career progression opportunities
• Performance, attendance, and "above and beyond" bonuses
• Supportive supervision and wellbeing initiatives

Requirements:

• Must be aged 21 or over (for insurance purposes when driving company vehicles)
• Must hold a full UK driving licence for at least 12 months (insurance requirement)
• A caring, patient, and proactive approach
• Emotional resilience and a genuine passion for supporting young people

Salary:
The advertised monthly pay is based on 173 contracted hours, including an average of 11 sleep-ins and 4 on-calls per month. Sleep-ins and on-calls are scheduled monthly and may vary.