Children's Residential Support Worker — Flexible Shifts

Keys Group; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Real Living Wage

Enhanced pay scales

Family support - enhanced maternity/p

Rewarding job with variety

Regular team meetings

Funded qualifications - QCFs

Paid training

Full induction program

Free meals

NEST pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Staff referral scheme - £500 bonus

Generous annual leave – 28 days

Job summary

Keys Group in Wrexham is seeking a full-time Children's Residential Support Worker to provide a safe, caring home and to support young people with complex needs. You will act as a positive role model, join in activities, and help them build confidence, independence, and resilience through tailored care and engagement.

No prior care experience is required as full training, coaching, and development are offered, with clear progression paths within the group.

Qualifications

• A full UK Driving Licence is essential.
• The ability to relate well to young people, share interests, provide encouragement, and actively participate in activities.
• Naturally caring, flexible, and resilient with a keen interest in the lives of young people.
• Great communication skills, positivity, and energy.
• Flexibility to work shifts and sleep-ins.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, caring, and loving home environment for children and young people.
• Act as a positive role model to meet their everyday living needs.
• Participate in fun activities and outings such as football, PlayStation, cycling, and baking.
• Encourage and share hobbies and interests.
• Perform household tasks such as cooking and cleaning.
• Offer emotional and physical support to help children reach their full potential in sometimes challenging situations.
• Build friendships and trusting relationships.
• Empower young people to make decisions about their lives. The ability to relate well to young people, share interests, provide encouragement, and actively participate in activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Positive energy

Youth engagement

Flexibility

Sleep-ins

Job description

Keys Group in Wrexham is seeking a full-time Children's Residential Support Worker to provide a safe, caring home and to support young people with complex needs. You will act as a positive role model, join in activities, and help them build confidence, independence, and resilience through tailored care and engagement.

No prior care experience is required as full training, coaching, and development are offered, with clear progression paths within the group.