Children's Residential Support Worker

Brook Street; Birkenhead; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded Level 3 & 4 Health & Care

Support towards Therapeutic Childcare

Generous annual leave

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Brook Street in Birkenhead is seeking a Youth Support Worker to join a specialist residential service for young adults aged 16-30. This full-time role focuses on developing independence, confidence and life skills in a supportive environment.

You will implement individual support plans, safeguard vulnerable young people, and work with education, employment, and training goals while liaising with partner agencies. The role offers ongoing training and progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Youth Support Worker or in similar care settings.
• Understanding of safeguarding and supporting vulnerable young people.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Resilient, reliable and compassionate approach.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support young adults in line with individual support plans.
• Encourage independence and develop essential life skills.
• Build positive relationships with young people and partner agencies.
• Support education, employment, training, and daily living goals.
• Safeguard young people and maintain accurate records.
• Contribute to support plans, reviews and risk assessments.

Skills

Youth Work

Safeguarding

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Youth Support Worker

Location: Birkenhead, CH42
Salary: £27,999 - £29,428 per annum
Hours: Full Time, 40 hours per week

We are recruiting for a Youth Support Worker to join a specialist residential service supporting young adults aged 16-30. This is a rewarding opportunity for an experienced Youth Support Worker who is passionate about helping young people develop independence, confidence, and life skills.

The Role

As a Youth Support Worker, you will:

• Support young adults in line with their individual support plans.
• Encourage independence and develop essential life skills.
• Build positive relationships with young people and partner agencies.
• Support individuals with education, employment, training, and daily living goals.
• Safeguard young people and maintain accurate records.
• Contribute to support plans, reviews, and risk assessments.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as a Youth Support Worker, Support Worker, Residential Support Worker, or within a similar care setting.
• Understanding of safeguarding and supporting vulnerable young people.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A resilient, reliable, and compassionate approach.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Benefits

• £27,999 - £29,428 per annum.
• Fully funded Level 3 & 4 Health & Social Care qualifications.
• Support towards a Therapeutic Childcare Bachelor's Degree.
• Generous annual leave.
• Ongoing training and career progression opportunities.

Requirements

• Commitment to safeguarding young people and vulnerable adults.
• Ability to pass an Enhanced DBS check and pre-employment screening.
• Right to work in the UK.

If you are a dedicated Youth Support Worker looking to make a positive impact on the lives of young adults, we'd love to hear from you.