Residential Children’s Worker
Location: Wallasey, Merseyside
Salary: Up to £38,450 per annum (inclusive of sleep-ins)
Hours: Permanent, full-time - 40 hours per week
Shire are working in partnership with a children’s residential care provider to recruit a Residential Children’s Worker for a home in Wallasey, Merseyside.
You will join a supportive and experienced team providing high-quality care to children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD). You will also have the opportunity to work alongside an experienced Manager who has led Outstanding-rated children’s homes.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop a long-term career within residential childcare, with funded qualifications, extensive training and genuine progression opportunities available.
What we’re ideally looking for
- Previous experience supporting children with EBD and/or learning disabilities
- A full UK driving licence
- Flexibility to work a shift pattern, including sleep-ins
- A genuine commitment to supporting children and young people
- Willingness to work towards the Level 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare if not already completed
The Role
As a Residential Children’s Worker, you will provide consistent, nurturing and person-centred support while helping children develop their independence, confidence and life skills.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing individualised support based on each child’s needs and care plan
- Supporting children with all aspects of day-to-day living
- Building positive, trusting and professional relationships with the children
- Encouraging children to maintain positive relationships with family and friends
- Supporting participation in hobbies, clubs, education and community activities
- Promoting independence, confidence and positive outcomes
- Safeguarding children and reporting any concerns appropriately
- Working closely with parents, carers and other professionals
- Completing relevant records and contributing to care planning
- Participating in training and continuous professional development
- Providing support at other homes when required
What’s on offer
- Salary up to £38,450 per annum, including sleep-ins
- Funded Level 4 Residential Childcare qualification and further development opportunities
- Free meals while on shift
- Enhanced overtime rates
- Compressed working week available
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Clear opportunities for career progression
If you’re an experienced support worker looking to develop your career within children’s residential care, apply today for a confidential conversation.
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Reference: 3653879
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £35,300.00-£38,450.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Discounted or free food
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Experience:
- Residential Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
- Level 3 in Residential Childcare or equivalent (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
