Senior Children's Residential Support Worker



Are you a compassionate and dedicated professional looking to make a real impact in the lives of children with learning disabilities? We're seeking a Senior Children's Residential Support Worker to join an established, supportive team in Liverpool.


This is a fulfilling role where you'll provide essential care, encouragement, and support to children in a residential setting, helping them develop independence, confidence, and life skills.


Location: Liverpool, L9


Contract: Permanent, 39 hours per week


Salary: £12.80 - £13.40 per hour
Additional Pay: £62.64 per sleep-in (4-8 sleep-ins per month, adding £3,000-£6,000 annually)
Hours: Full-time, long day shifts with sleep-ins



Responsibilities

  • Delivering high-quality care and personalised support to children with learning disabilities.

  • Assisting with personal care needs in a respectful and professional manner.

  • Leading shifts and supporting colleagues to maintain a structured and nurturing environment.

  • Supporting the implementation of care plans tailored to each child's individual needs.

  • Ensuring safeguarding policies and best practices are followed at all times.

  • Promoting positive behavior and managing challenging situations with patience and professionalism.

  • Maintaining accurate records and contributing to care reviews and team meetings.



Requirements

  • Essential: Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).

  • Preferred: A valid driving license.

  • Previous experience working with children who have learning disabilities is essential.

  • Confidence and ability to provide personal care.

  • A patient, empathetic approach with excellent communication and leadership skills.

  • Flexibility to work long shifts and sleep-ins as required.


Apply Now

If you are interested, please call Lisa McVinnie on 01772 208964 or email me your CV - lisa.mcvinnie@servicecare.org.uk

If this role isn't right for you, but you know someone who would fit perfectly to our engaged and devoted team and you refer them, you will receive a referral bonus of £250.

The benefits of working with SCS:



  • A specialist dedicated Social Work consultant offering single point of contact.

  • Exceptional referral bonuses - £250 per referral placed in to work!

  • An extensive & exclusive range of Social Work vacancies across the UK

  • Nationwide provider Social Work staff to over 200 local authorities.

  • Annual training budget of up to £250 and continued online CPD training.

  • Excellent Annual Loyalty schemes / bonuses.

  • DBS disclosures provided via fast-track online services free of charge.





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