Children's Support Worker

Keys; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training

QCF qualifications

Career progression

Supportive team

Generous leave

Paid DBS

Pension (NEST)

Real Living Wage

Referral bonus

Induction

Job summary

Keys Group is seeking a Children’s Residential Support Worker in Liverpool to provide a stable, nurturing home for children and young people. You’ll be a role model, offering support with daily living, activities, and learning new skills, with full training provided.

Anyone with resilience, teamwork, and a willingness to work shifts and sleep-ins can start a rewarding career in care. A full UK driving licence is required, and you’ll join a supportive, values-driven team at Keys Group.

Qualifications

• Ability to connect with young people and build trust.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Willingness to work shifts and sleep-ins.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, caring home environment for children and young people.
• Be a positive role model and mentor.
• Support daily living activities and routines.
• Encourage hobbies, creativity and independence.
• Assist with household tasks like cooking and cleaning.
• Offer emotional and physical support during challenging moments.
• Build trust and form lasting relationships with young people.
• Empower young people to shape their own futures.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Driving licence

Job description

Job Title: Children's Residential Support Worker

Location: Liverpool

Driving Requirement: A Full UK Driving Licence is required

Make a Real Difference - Your Next Mission Starts Here

Have you served in the armed forces and ready to channel your discipline, resilience, and teamwork into a career that transforms lives?

At Keys Group, we believe your unique background equips you perfectly for a career in care. We're seeking passionate individuals to join our EPIC team in location as Children's Residential Support Worker. No previous care experience required. With full training, ongoing coaching and a supportive team, you'll be empowered to start a rewarding new chapter.

About Us

Keys Group is a leading provider of innovative care and education services for children and young people with complex needs, emotional, and behavioural difficulties. We are on a mission to make every day extraordinary for the children we support helping them to heal, grow, and achieve their full potential.

The Opportunity

As a Children's Residential Support Worker, you'll play a vital role in creating a stable, nurturing environment for young people. You'll be a role model, a mentor, and above all, someone they can trust. Many of the values you developed in the armed forces, resilience, teamwork, a strong work ethic and a sense of duty are exactly what we're looking for.

No Experience? No Problem.

We provide sector-leading training, support, and qualifications to help you succeed. Whether you're completely new to the care sector or already have some experience, we'll give you everything you need to grow and the opportunity to build a meaningful career. In fact, many of our service managers and leaders began their journey as support workers, just like you.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, caring, and loving home environment for children and young people
• Be a positive role model and support young people with day-to-day living
• Get involved in fun activities like football, PlayStation, bike rides, and baking
• Encourage hobbies, creativity, and independence
• Help with household tasks such as cooking and cleaning
• Offer emotional and physical support especially during challenging moments
• Build trust and form lasting relationships
• Empower young people to shape their own future.

What We’re Looking For

• A natural ability to connect with young people and build strong, supportive relationships
• A full UK driving licence is essential
• A caring, flexible, and resilient mindset
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to work shifts and sleep-ins
• A passion for making a real difference in young lives

Why Join Keys Group?

• Full training and development from day one
• Recognised qualifications in care and leadership
• Opportunities for progression - many of our managers started where you are now
• A close-knit, supportive team who've got your back
• The chance to make a genuine impact - every single day
• Generous Leave: 5.6 weeks annual leave
• Paid DBS: We cover your Enhanced DBS check and renewals
• Career Growth: Ongoing training & QCF qualifications to boost your future prospects
• Supportive Team Environment - passionate colleagues, professional growth, and wellbeing support
• Pension: Matched contributions up to 3% with our NEST scheme
• Competitive Pay: Real Living Wage employer with enhanced pay for qualifications and experience
• Referral Bonus: £250 for you and your friend when they join
• Comprehensive Induction: Paid onboarding to set you up for success

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.

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