Residential Support Worker

Vetro Recruitment; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Paid annual leave

Sick pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Free on-site parking

Training and qualifications support

Job summary

Vetro Recruitment is seeking a Residential Support Worker in Liverpool to support children and young people in a caring residential setting. You will help create a safe, nurturing environment, promote stability, independence and positive outcomes as part of a supportive team.

You will hold a Level 3 qualification in Children’s Residential Care or Health & Social Care, have at least 12 months’ experience in a children’s home, a clean UK driving licence, and an Enhanced DBS check.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Children’s Residential Care or Health & Social Care (Children’s Pathway).
• A minimum of 12 months’ experience working in a children’s home (or similar residential setting).
• Full UK driving licence (with fewer than 6 penalty points) and ability to drive a manual vehicle.
• Enhanced DBS Check (Update Service registration is advantageous).

Responsibilities

• Providing consistent, high-quality care and emotional support to children and young people
• Building positive, trusting relationships and supporting wellbeing through trauma-informed practice
• Supporting daily routines, education, activities, and life-skills development while maintaining accurate records and following care plans

Education

Level 3 qualification in Children’s Residential Care or Health & Social Care (Children’s Pathway)

Tools

Full UK driving licence (manual vehicle)

Enhanced DBS Check

Job description

Job Title: Residential Support Worker

Location: Liverpool, Merseyside

Salary: £29,000 per annum

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Job Description

A rewarding opportunity has become available for a Residential Support Worker in Liverpool, Merseyside, supporting children and young people within a caring, structured residential setting. You’ll help create a safe, nurturing environment that promotes stability, independence, and positive outcomes—while working as part of a supportive team.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing consistent, high-quality care and emotional support to children and young people
• Building positive, trusting relationships and supporting wellbeing through trauma-informed practice
• Supporting daily routines, education, activities, and life-skills development while maintaining accurate records and following care plans

Requirements & Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Children’s Residential Care or Health & Social Care (Children’s Pathway)
• A minimum of 12 months’ experience working in a children’s home (or similar residential setting)
• Full UK driving licence (with fewer than 6 penalty points) and ability to drive a manual vehicle
• Enhanced DBS Check (Update Service registration is advantageous)

Benefits & Work Environment

• £29,000 per annum with opportunities for overtime/additional shifts
• Fully funded training and qualifications, including support towards Level 4
• Career progression pathways (e.g., Senior Support Worker, Deputy Manager, Registered Manager)
• Company pension, paid annual leave, sick pay, Employee Assistance Programme, and free on-site parking

Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.