We are seeking:
Experienced and resilient Residential Support Workers to join our Ofsted‑registered solo service in Southport.
Ideal candidates will bring the drive, patience, and emotional regulation skills needed to help create a nurturing and structured environment where young people who have experienced trauma can develop emotionally, socially, and educationally.
We are looking for individuals who:
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Remain calm under pressure and respond confidently to challenging behaviour.
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Communicate clearly and work effectively as part of a team.
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Hold, or are working towards, a Level 2 Diploma in Children’s Residential Care (desirable).
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Are available for full‑time hours.
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Bring previous experience (desirable but not essential).
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Hold a driving licence (advantageous but not essential).
This role is well suited to someone who is committed to developing their skills and reflective capacity, and is passionate about making a meaningful difference in a young person’s life.
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Duties include:
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Support with routines such as preparing meals, promoting healthy activities, attending appointments.
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Safeguarding the wellbeing our young people.
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Promoting positive outcomes by ensuring care plans are adhered to.
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Encourage independence and life‑skills development.
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Maintaining cleaning standards within the home by carrying out daily tasks.
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Ensuring daily reports are accurately completed.
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Assess and respond to risks, recording concerns accurately.
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Implement behaviour support plans and de‑escalation strategies.
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Work as part of a team, modelling professional boundaries and consistent child centred practice.
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Multi-agency working with social workers, schools, health professionals, and families.
Pay Structure:
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No experience and during probation - £12.75 per hour.
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After passed probation period - £13.00.
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Level 2 and 3 Diploma in Children's Residential - £13.50.
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Level 4 Diploma in Children's Residential - £14.00.
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Sleep in rate £60/night
Benefits:
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Competitive rates of pay.
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Extra days annual leave for your Birthday.
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Time and a half on Bank Holidays (double time on Xmas and New Years day).
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Enrolment onto Pension scheme.
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Access to free, impartial, staff health and wellbeing services.
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Excellent training provided.
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Non cash bonuses / perks.
