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Job Title: Children’s Activity Based Support Worker
Job Reference: Keysgroup/TP/81070/8700
- Number of Positions: 5
- Contract Type: Full Time
- Working Hours: 39 hours per week
- Location: Manchester
- Job Category: Care and Support
- Region: Greater Manchester
- Business Area: Activity & Intervention
Package Description
- Children’s Residential Activity Worker
- Salary: £13.95 – £14.55 per hour (depending on experience & qualifications)
- Sleep-ins: £62.64 per night
- Hours: 39 hours per week – 4 days on, 7 days off
- Location: Maer ST5
- Requirement: Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
Purpose of the Role
To provide high-quality care, support, and positive role modelling to young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs in a unique, activity-based residential setting.
About Keys Group Activity & Intervention:
This is not your typical care role. You’ll be based in aspecialist residential settingwhere you live on-site during your 4 working days (with accommodation and meals provided).
You’ll support young people aged 8–18, helping them move away from challenging situations and develop positive routines, confidence, and independence.
Our programme combines care with adventure — from climbing and kayaking to mountain biking and hiking. You’ll play a key role in transforming lives, helping young people build resilience and create lasting positive change in a supportive, close-knit environment.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Build strong, positive relationships and provide consistent support to young people
- Act as a positive role model, promoting healthy behaviours, routines, and boundaries
- Lead and take part in outdoor activities such as climbing, kayaking, and hiking
- Support emotional wellbeing, helping young people develop resilience and coping skills
- Maintain a safe, structured, and nurturing living environment
- Work collaboratively with the team to deliver tailored care and activity plans
- Monitor progress and keep accurate, up-to-date records
- Respond calmly and effectively to challenging behaviour and crisis situations
- Follow safeguarding, health & safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times
Requirements
- Aged 21 or over with a full UK driving licence
- Able to commit to a 39-hour week, including the 4 on / 8 off shift pattern and sleep-ins
- Right to work in the UK
- Experience or strong interest in supporting young people with SEMH needs
- Confident, caring, and able to build trusting relationships
- Enthusiastic about outdoor activities and adventurous environments
- A strong team player with a positive, resilient approach
- Able to act as a role model and remain calm under pressure
- Annual Leave – Enjoy 5.6 weeks of annual leave inclusive of 8 public holidays.
- DBS Check Paid – Your Enhanced DBS check, is fully covered by Keys Group, along with any required renewals.
- Qualifications & Career Development – Unlock your potential with our support! We offer a variety of QCF qualifications, providing opportunities for professional growth and opening doors to further career advancement.
- Fair & Competitive Pay – At Keys Group, we pride ourselves on fair and competitive pay. As a Real Living Wage Employer, we ensure fair pay for all, with enhanced pay scales that transparently recognise your qualifications and experience.
- Blue Light Card- at High Street retailers, days out, gifts, holidays and even when buying a car, available via a Blue Light card that you will have access to as a Health and Social Care Employee
- Referral Bonus – Refer talented individuals to Keys Group and split a £500 bonus when they successfully join and complete their probation.
- Care First- We care about your well-being and that’s why we’re pleased to offer our employees an Employee Assistance Program. If you need someone to talk to, the EAP is here for you – confidentially and at no cost.
- Circle – Your hub for wellbeing, engagement and discounts. From tailored exercise advice and healthy eating tips to counselling and savings on everyday purchases, Circle has you covered.
- NEST Pension Scheme – Save for your retirement with a matched contribution of up to 3% from Keys Group.
- Long Service Awards – It’s our way of saying a heartfelt thank you for everything you do.
- Cycle to Work Scheme- You could save up to 42% on a brand-new bike and accessories.
- Full Induction & Introductory Programme – Begin your journey with a paid-for comprehensive onboarding to set you up for success.
Commitment to Equality and Armed Forces Covenant
Keys Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including veterans and military families, through our Armed Forces Covenant. Eligible service personnel and veterans are guaranteed an interview when their military experience is detailed in their CV. We provide veteran-friendly policies, peer support, and military awareness training.Apply now and one of our team will be in touch to discuss how you can begin your rewarding career – No agencies please
Please note that due to the vulnerable nature of the people that we support, all applicants must be over the age of 21
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