Children's Residential Support Worker

Job Title: Secure Care Worker - No Experience Required!

Location: St Helens, Merseyside
Hours: 38 hours per week
Salary: £24,909 - £27,317 per year (pro rata)

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people?

Do you have a genuine interest in helping children and teens, even if you have no prior experience? If you're caring, compassionate, and ready to embark on a meaningful career, we want to hear from you!

We're on the lookout for individuals who have the right values and a strong desire to support young people to join our team as Secure Care Workers at our Secure Children's Home. No experience is necessary - we'll provide all the training and support you need to succeed.

About the Role:

As a Secure Care Worker, you will play a vital role in helping young people aged 10 to 17 find stability and hope during challenging times. You'll work as part of a dedicated team to provide hands-on care and support, while encouraging young people to engage in daily activities, education, and health-related matters.

You'll also have the opportunity to focus on either intervention work or activity work, depending on your interests and strengths.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Offering care and emotional support to young people in a secure environment
• Helping them build self-confidence and develop essential life skills
• Supporting their education, health, and independence
• Being a positive role model, making a lasting impact on their lives

No two days are the same in this role - every young person is unique, and we're looking for someone who will treat them as individuals and inspire them to move forward.

What We're Looking For:

• A genuine passion for working with young people
• An optimistic, caring, and compassionate attitude
• A commitment to making a positive difference, no matter how small

You don't need any formal experience - just the right mindset, a willingness to learn, and a heart for helping young people thrive.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive training and a supportive induction programme
• Group Personal Pension Scheme
• 30 days paid annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Career progression opportunities
• Access to discounts and benefits through the Blue Light Card scheme
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Enhanced parental leave (maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave)
• Occupational Sickness Scheme
• Regular supervisions and annual appraisals

Join Our Team

If you're enthusiastic about working with children and teens and ready to take on a rewarding role where you can truly make a difference, we want to hear from you.

Start a meaningful career today - Apply now and become a Secure Care Worker!

Together, let's inspire hope and build brighter futures for young people.

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