Residential Care Worker – Learning Disabilities

Family Care Group; Sefton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and progression opportunities

Paycare and Employee Assistance

Contributory Pension

Long Service Rewards

Job summary

Family Care Group is seeking a dedicated Residential Childcare Worker for its LD Children’s Home in Formby, near Liverpool. The role supports children with learning disabilities within a therapeutic model, working with in-house practitioners to provide consistent, personalised care.

You will deliver daily care, emotional support, and meaningful interactions in a safe, nurturing environment, with weekend shift patterns and detailed record-keeping expected.

Qualifications

• Experience with children, young people or adults with learning disabilities.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Empathetic, patient and positive attitude.
• Willingness to work towards NVQ Level 3 if not held.

Responsibilities

• Support children and young people with learning disabilities in daily routines.
• Promote independence and participation in household and community activities.
• Help with personal care needs with dignity and respect.
• Build trusting relationships and provide emotional support.
• Follow individual care plans and contribute to development.
• Work as part of a consistent care team, including sleep-in/shift work (weekends).
• Maintain detailed and accurate records.

Skills

Experience with children/young people

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare or equivalent

Job description

Family Care Group is seeking a dedicated Residential Childcare Worker for its LD Children’s Home in Formby, near Liverpool. The role supports children with learning disabilities within a therapeutic model, working with in-house practitioners to provide consistent, personalised care.

You will deliver daily care, emotional support, and meaningful interactions in a safe, nurturing environment, with weekend shift patterns and detailed record-keeping expected.