Children's Senior Support Worker - Liverpool

Keys; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5.6 weeks annual leave including 8Bank

Enhanced DBS paid by Keys

NEST Pension Scheme

£500 referral bonus

Full induction & introductory program

Job summary

Keys is hiring a Senior Support Worker for a children's residential home in Liverpool. You will lead a caring team, deliver high-quality care, and oversee daily shift management to support children with complex needs.

The role focuses on therapeutic caregiving, mentoring staff, and collaborating with professionals to achieve positive outcomes for each child. Applicants must hold a full UK driving license and be aged over 21.

Qualifications

• Full UK Manual Driving License – Essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality care and manage day-to-day shift matters in the home.
• Provide therapeutic care and support to each child to help achieve best outcomes.
• Mentor staff and coordinate access to appropriate services for childcare practices.

Skills

Driving license (UK)

Job description

Children's Senior Support Worker - Liverpool

JOB ROLE: Senior Support Worker - Children's Residential

LOCATION: Liverpool

SALARY: £14.45 - £15.05* per hour + £62.64 per sleep (up to 8 per month)

REQUIREMENTS: Full UK Manual Driving License - Essential.

About Us:

Keys provide innovative care and education services to children and young people who have complex needs, emotional and behavioural difficulties. We try and make every day extraordinary for the children we care for and support, because we believe in every single one of them. It's an exciting time to join us as we expand and grow our teams in the region.

• You will be part of a caring team that provides a safe and loving home for children and young people, led and supported by a Service Manager and Deputy Manager.
• Responsible for delivery of quality care services, as well as the strategic planning for developments within the home and day to day shift management matters.
• Leading your team along with other professionals, you will provide the therapeutic care and support needed for each individual child focused on obtaining the best outcomes.
• Act as a positive role model to colleagues and children to meet their everyday living needs, developing trusting relationships that create recovery, growth and lasting change.
• Responsible for mentoring of staff and accessing of appropriate services to support the childcare practices within the home.
• Annual Leave - Enjoy 5.6 weeks of annual leave inclusive of 8 public holidays.
• DBS Check Paid - Your Enhanced DBS check, is fully covered by Keys Group, along with any required renewals.
• Qualifications & Career Development - Unlock your potential with our support! We offer a variety of QCF qualifications, providing opportunities for professional growth and opening doors to further career advancement.
• Circle - Your hub for wellbeing, engagement and discounts. From tailored exercise advice and healthy eating tips to counselling and savings on everyday purchases, Circle has you covered.
• Amazing Discount Scheme - at High Street retailers, days out, gifts, holidays and even when buying a car, available via a Blue Light card that you will have access to as a Health and Social Care Employee
• NEST Pension Scheme - Save for your retirement with a matched contribution of up to 3% from Keys Group.
• Fair & Competitive Pay - At Keys Group, we pride ourselves on fair and competitive pay. As a Real Living Wage Employer, we ensure fair pay for all, with enhanced pay scales that transparently recognise your qualifications and experience.
• £500 Referral Bonus - Refer talented individuals to Keys Group and split a £500 bonus when they successfully join and complete their probation.
• Full Induction & Introductory Programme - Begin your journey with a paid-for comprehensive onboarding to set you up for success.

About Keys:

Keys Care provides safe, supportive homes for adults and children, offering tailored services and specialist support to help people thrive. Through our Connected Support approach, we empower individuals to build stability, resilience, and a strong sense of belonging

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are also committed to supporting the Armed Forces community through our Armed Forces Covenant.

Eligible candidates from military backgrounds are guaranteed an interview – please include details of your service on your CV.

Please note that due to the vulnerable nature of the people that we support, all applicants must be over the age of 21

*Dependent on experience and qualifications

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Children's Senior Support Worker - Liverpool