Residential Children's Workers & Team LeadersEvery Second Care Children's Services
At Every Second Care Children's Services, we're committed to giving children the very best care. Everything we do is guided by our EVERY values and one simple principle – the child always comes first.
Our EVERY values are:
- E – Empathy through PACE – We take time to understand the child behind the behaviour.
- V – Visionary Leadership – We lead by example, stay proactive and always look for ways to improve.
- E – Empowering Environments – We create homes where children feel safe, valued and able to grow.
- R – Respect – We treat children, families and colleagues with honesty, kindness and dignity.
- Y – You're Accountable – We take responsibility for our actions and always do our best for the children we support.
We're looking for Residential Children's Workers and Team Leaders to join our growing team as we continue to expand across the North West.
Locations
Roles are available across Liverpool, St Helens, Ormskirk and Knowsley.
Pay & Hours
- Residential Children's Worker – £13.74 per hour.
- Team Leader – £15.00 per hour.
- 12-hour shifts, usually 8.00am to 8.00pm.
- An alternating rota of 3 shifts one week (36 hours) and 4 shifts the next (48 hours), averaging 42 hours per week.
- Sleep-in shifts and waking night opportunities are available depending on the service.
About the role
Many of the children we support have experienced significant adversity and trauma. We're looking for people who can see beyond behaviours, build trusting relationships and understand what a child may be trying to communicate. This role can be challenging at times and requires patience, resilience and understanding, but it's also one of the most rewarding careers you can have.
We don't expect perfection. We're looking for people who genuinely care, have the right values and want to make a difference. We believe every child is worth the time, effort and commitment it takes to help them succeed.
What you'll be doing
- Building positive relationships through key working.
- Supporting children with daily routines, independence and life skills.
- Planning activities, holidays, days out and new experiences.
- Attending appointments including GP, dentist, CAMHS, education and other professional meetings.
- Completing care plans, risk assessments and direct work with children.
- Writing high-quality case notes and keeping records up to date.
- Speaking with professionals, schools, social workers, families and other agencies.
- Supporting children to achieve positive outcomes.
- Helping create a safe, welcoming and nurturing home.
- Team Leaders will also lead shifts, support the staff team and help maintain high standards across the home.
What we're looking for
- People who share our values and always put children first.
- Good communication skills.
- A proactive approach and willingness to learn.
- Patience, resilience and understanding.
- Local applicants who can work flexibly across a rota.
Our approach
Many of the children we support have experienced significant adversity and trauma. We work in a trauma-informed way, taking time to understand what sits behind a child's behaviour rather than simply reacting to it. We believe strong relationships, consistency and trust are the foundations of good care.
We're committed to delivering care that meets the Children's Homes Regulations and the Ofsted Quality Standards. High-quality care, good recording, reflective practice and positive outcomes for children are part of everything we do.
Self-reflection and reflective practice are central to how we work. We learn from the positives, reflect on the more challenging days and always look at how we can improve. Supporting our children starts with supporting each other.
Training & Career Development
A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare is a big advantage, but it isn't essential.
We're looking for the right people with the right values, attitude and willingness to learn. If you're successful and complete your probation, we'll support you to achieve your Level 3 Diploma if you don't already have it.
We provide ongoing training in trauma-informed practice, Positive Behaviour Support, safeguarding, medication, the Children's Homes Regulations, the Ofsted Quality Standards and much more.
There are excellent opportunities to progress your career with us. We've recently promoted three members of our team and are always looking for people who care, show initiative and have the potential to develop into future leaders.
Please note we are recruiting local applicants only. We are not offering overseas recruitment or sponsorship opportunities at this time.
Applying
Please tell us which role you're applying for and include your CV..
If you're applying for a Team Leader position, please complete the additional application question explaining why you feel you're the right candidate for the role, what leadership experience you have and what you would bring to Every Second Care Children's Services.
This role isn't for everyone, and that's okay. It takes commitment, resilience and a genuine belief that every child deserves the very best.
If this sounds like the role for you, we'd love to hear from you and tell you more about joining Every Second Care Children's Services.
If you're looking for something different, we genuinely wish you every success in your job search.
Pay: £30,000.00-£33,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Application question(s):
- Which role are you applying for and please write a short paragraph on why you feel you are the right person for the job?
Experience:
- Working with children: 1 year (required)
- Children's Residential : 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- British Citizenship and DO NOT require Sponsorship? (required)
Work Location: In person
