Residential Support Worker Apprentice (Children & Young People Level 4)

Summary

An opportunity to join Fusion Care Group as a Residential Support Worker Apprentice in Oldham. You will provide day-to-day care and support to children and young people in a residential setting while completing your Level 4 Children and Young People’s Workforce qualification.

Annual wage

£15,704.00 a year

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The pay may be negotiated and may rise after a probation period has been successfully completed.

Training course

Children, Young People and Families Practitioner – Level 4

Hours

Shift-based rota including:

Early shifts
Late shifts
Weekends
Sleep-in duties

40 hours per week (plus sleep-ins as required).

Duration

Approximately 18–24 months.

Positions available

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

The Residential Support Worker Apprentice is responsible for providing high-quality day-to-day care and support to children and young people living in a residential home.

This role requires a compassionate, resilient individual who can support children with emotional and behavioural needs, promote positive outcomes and help maintain a safe, structured environment.

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality care and support to children and young people
Build positive, professional relationships with children and colleagues
Support children with daily routines, education and structured activities
Promote independence and life skills development
Manage challenging behaviour using positive behaviour support techniques
Follow safeguarding policies and procedures at all times
Maintain accurate care records, logs and incident reports
Contribute to care planning and review meetings
Work as part of a team to create a safe, stable and nurturing environment

You will be supported by experienced staff and managers while developing the knowledge and skills required to work confidently within children’s residential care.

Where you’ll work

Fusion Care Group
Oldham, Greater Manchester,

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

ROCHDALE TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED

Your training course

Maintenance and operations engineering technician

Equal to Level 3 (A level)

Course contents

Your training plan

The successful candidate will complete the Children and Young People’s Workforce Level 4 qualification.

Training will include:

Structured training sessions and workplace assessment with Rochdale Training
Development of safeguarding, child development and trauma-informed practice knowledge
Behaviour management and professional practice training
Functional Skills in Maths and English (if required)

End Point Assessment

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE Grade 4/C or above in Maths and English (preferred)
Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (desirable)
Willingness to complete Level 4 Children and Young People qualification
Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)

Skills

Experience working with children or young people (residential, care or similar setting)
Understanding of safeguarding and child protection
Ability to manage challenging behaviour appropriately
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Ability to maintain accurate records
Emotional resilience

Other requirements

Personal Qualities

Compassionate and caring
Patient and calm under pressure
Reliable and responsible
Professional and respectful
Committed to making a positive difference
Able to handle a fast-paced and emotionally demanding environment

About this company

Fusion Care Group provides high-quality residential care and support for children and young people. The organisation is committed to creating safe, stable and nurturing environments where young people can thrive, develop resilience and achieve positive outcomes.

With a strong focus on safeguarding, therapeutic approaches and structured support, Fusion Care Group invests in staff training and development to ensure the best possible care standards.

This apprenticeship offers a meaningful opportunity to build a long-term career in children’s residential care while working towards a Level 4 Children and Young People’s Workforce qualification.

After this apprenticeship

Upon successful completion, opportunities may include: