Senior Children's Support Worker

Senior Support Worker – Children’s Residential Care

Location:Wallasey, Wirral and Halton
Pay: £15.44 per hour
Sleep-in payment: £60 per sleep-in shift
Hours: 32–40 hours per week
Contract: Permanent, full-time

Are you an experienced children’s residential care professional looking for a rewarding new opportunity?

We are recruiting a **Senior Support Worker** to join a dedicated residential care team supporting children and young people across Wirral and Halton. This role is ideal for someone who is compassionate, reliable and passionate about helping young people feel safe, valued and supported.

About the role

As a Senior Support Worker, you will help create a stable and nurturing home environment. You will support the day-to-day care of children and young people, promote their wellbeing and encourage their personal development.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing high-quality care and support to children and young people.
• Building positive and trusting relationships.
• Supporting education, hobbies, activities and personal development.
• Promoting emotional wellbeing and independence.
• Working closely with colleagues and external professionals.
• Helping ensure the safe and effective running of the home.
• Supporting care planning, recording and communication.
• Responding appropriately to individual needs and changing circumstances.
• Taking a lead in maintaining consistent standards of care.

About you

We are looking for someone who is caring, patient, confident and committed to improving outcomes for children in care.

You will need:

• At least 12 months’ experience in children’s residential care.
• A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, or an equivalent qualification.
• Knowledge of children’s rights and the experiences of children in care.
• An understanding of adolescent mental health and therapeutic approaches.
• Awareness of the risks and challenges affecting children and their families.
• The ability to communicate effectively and work as part of a team.
• The right to work in the UK.

Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

What we offer

• £15.44 per hour.
• Permanent, full-time employment.
• 32–40 hours per week.
• £60 payment for sleep-in shifts.
• Company pension.
• Supportive working environment.
• Opportunities to develop your career in children’s residential care.
• The chance to make a positive and lasting difference in a young person’s life.

When applying, please tell us:

• Why you are interested in the Senior Support Worker role.
• Whether you are interested in working in Wirral, Halton or either location.
• About your experience in children’s residential care.
• Anything else you would like us to know about you.

**If you are passionate about supporting children and young people to thrive, we would love to hear from you