Residential Support Worker

SGS; Leigh; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare organization in the UK is seeking a Senior Childcare Practitioner to support children aged 7-17 with emotional and behavioral difficulties. In this role, you will provide mentorship and create a nurturing environment. The ideal candidate will have a Level 4 qualification in Children's Care, Youth Services or equivalent, and experience in residential care. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Comprehensive Training Academy

Excellent Health & Wellbeing Benefits

Company Pension Scheme

Additional Leave for service

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in residential care or similar settings.
• Full UK Driving Licence (Essential).
• Fluency in English with the ability to understand UK dialects.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with emotional and behavioural needs in a residential setting.
• Act as a role model and key worker, helping children develop essential life skills.
• Contribute to care planning and safeguarding processes.

Skills

Support young people with emotional and behavioural needs

Ability to manage challenging behaviours

Create a nurturing environment

Positive role model

Education

Level 4 Children, Young People and Families Practitioner

Level 3 Residential Childcare or equivalent

Job description

Are you an experienced Residential Support Worker looking to take the next step in your career? Or are you already a Senior Practitioner seeking a new challenge?

As a Senior Childcare Practitioner, you will play a vital role in supporting children and young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and Mild Learning Difficulties (MLD). You will be a role model, mentor, and key worker, ensuring the best possible care and outcomes for the children.

Key Responsibilities

• Support young people with emotional and behavioural needs in a residential setting.
• Act as a positive role model and key worker, helping children develop essential life skills.
• Promote a nurturing and supportive environment that encourages growth and independence.
• Contribute to care planning, behaviour management, and safeguarding processes.
• Support less experienced staff and lead shifts as required.

Why Join This Organisation?

• Career Progression Pathway – Grow into Deputy, Registered, or Regional Manager roles.
• Comprehensive Training Academy – Ongoing professional development & specialist training.
• Excellent Health & Wellbeing Benefits – Including discounted gym memberships.
• Additional Leave – Rewarded at 2 years & 5 years of service.
• Company Pension Scheme – Auto-enrolment for long-term security.

Qualifications

• Level 4 Children, Young People and Families Practitioner or Level 3 Residential Childcare (or equivalent – see below) or enrolled on.
• Experience working with children in residential care or similar settings.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviours and create a nurturing environment.
• Full UK Driving Licence (Essential).
• Fluency in English (with the ability to understand UK dialects). If you hold a Level 3 Diploma in Adult Social Care, we will consider your application if you can demonstrate experience working with children and or YPs.

Provision and Pay

Provision: Children's Residential Home (Ages 7-17, EBD & Mild Learning Difficulties) – This is a New Home for an established Provider.

Hours: Various on 36hour or 48hour contract.

Salary: £27,144 - £36,192 base 8-10 sleep‑ins/month (£52 per sleep). Potential take‑home: up to £41,184 per annum.