Permanent Residential Youth Support Worker – Sleep Shifts

Semester (United Kingdom); Wallasey; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £30k+

Full paid holiday

NVQs & apprenticeships funded

Company pension

Bonuses (loyalty & referral)

Job summary

Semester United Kingdom is seeking a Young Person Support Worker for a permanent full-time role near Wallasey. DBS on update service can speed up temp-to-perm progression after 12 weeks. Join a long-standing care provider for looked-after children, with structured development and bonuses.

The role includes day sleep shifts, 2–3 per week, and a waking night option. You’ll work under the Home’s Statement of Purpose, ensuring safeguarding, welfare, and best outcomes for residents.

Qualifications

• Experience in residential childcare or looked-after settings preferred.
• Ability to lead, supervise and support junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Meet the needs of young people by following care plans addressing education, social, emotional, and health needs.
• Act as a Key Worker for individuals, reviewing and implementing care plans.
• Deliver high standards of childcare and maintain the Home’s security and ethos.
• Record observations and participate in meetings with families and professionals.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow policies and procedures.
• Induct and mentor new staff, support shifts and rota coverage.
• Lead and support staff during interventions to ensure safety.
• Plan and facilitate activities and residential events as required.

Skills

Key Worker

Team Leadership

Job description

Semester United Kingdom is seeking a Young Person Support Worker for a permanent full-time role near Wallasey. DBS on update service can speed up temp-to-perm progression after 12 weeks. Join a long-standing care provider for looked-after children, with structured development and bonuses.

The role includes day sleep shifts, 2–3 per week, and a waking night option. You’ll work under the Home’s Statement of Purpose, ensuring safeguarding, welfare, and best outcomes for residents.