Residential Support Worker

Lupa Recruitment; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking experienced Level 3 or Level 4 Qualified Residential Support Workers in Liverpool to support children and young people in a residential home. The role includes providing trauma-informed care, promoting emotional security, and contributing to care plans. Competitive hourly rate of £13.50 with opportunities for overtime and career development in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Fully paid sleep-in shifts

Opportunities for overtime

Ongoing training and support

Commitment to work-life balance

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and young people in a care setting.
• Ability to provide high-quality, trauma-informed care.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and support to children and young people.
• Promote safety, wellbeing, and emotional security within the home.
• Contribute to care planning and daily record-keeping.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Safety and wellbeing promotion

Life skills support

Team collaboration

Care planning

Education

Level 3 or Level 4 Qualification

Job description

We are currently seeking experienced Level 3 or Level 4 Qualified Residential Support Worker to join our dedicated team supporting children and young people in our residential home. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people with complex needs.
We offer both 35-hour and 48-hour per week contract options. There is also regular opportunity for overtime, with most staff typically working over 45 hours per week, depending on individual availability and preference.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, trauma-informed care and support to children and young people
• Promote safety, wellbeing, and emotional security within the home
• Support young people in developing life skills and achieving personal goals
• Work as part of a team to deliver consistent, person-centred care
• Contribute to care planning, risk assessments, and daily record-keeping
• Maintain a safe, clean, and nurturing environment in line with regulatory standards

Working Patterns

• Shifts may include a mix of days, evenings, weekends, sleep-ins, and waking nights
• Sleep-ins are fully paid at your standard hourly rate no flat rate fees
• Rotas are created at least 4 weeks in advance and are designed around the needs of our young people
• We are committed to work-life balance and strive to offer flexible rota planning where possible

Additional Information

• Homes operate 365 days a year, including public holidays
• You may be required to work across various shift patterns to ensure consistent care
• Flexibility and reliability are essential due to the needs of the young people in our care

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate of GBP13.50
• Fully paid sleep-in shifts
• Opportunities for overtime and career development
• Supportive team environment and ongoing training
• Commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance