Residential Support Worker

SGS Care Ltd; Winsford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional care provider in Winsford is looking for a Residential Support Worker to provide care and stability for children aged 7-17 with emotional and behavioural difficulties. The role includes flexible shift patterns, including evenings and weekends, and requires a Full UK Driving Licence. Competitive pay and training opportunities are available. The ideal candidate will be resilient and nurturing, ready to make a positive impact on young lives.

Benefits

Progressive pay scale

Competitive pension scheme

CPD certified training

Career progression

Monthly attendance bonus

Free meals, snacks, and drinks

Free parking

Cycle to work scheme

Flexitime

Casual dress

Qualifications

• Experience working in a Children's Home with children under the age of 17.
• Manage challenging behaviour with professionalism.
• Hold a Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support, care, and activities to children and young people.
• Work as part of a therapeutic team alongside psychologists and specialist services.
• Be flexible to work shift patterns, including sleep-ins, evenings, and weekends.

Job description

Job Title: Residential Support Worker
Location: Winsford
Working Hour: 2 days on, 4 days off (rolling rota, including evenings, weekends & sleep-ins)
Hourly Rate: £13.50 per hour
Number of Sleeps Required: Included within rota c 10 to 11 per month
Pay Per Sleep: £65
Service: Children’s Home
Service Users: YPs aged 7–17 with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)
Qualifications Required: Full induction and QCF Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (provided if not already held)
Experience in Years Required: Experience desirable but not essential
Employment Type: Permanent

Who we are looking for…

We are seeking resilient, nurturing, and motivated Residential Support Workers who can provide consistent care and stability for children with challenging behaviours. You must have the passion to safeguard, inspire, and help young people achieve positive outcomes.

You will need to:

• Experience working in a Children's Home with Children under the age of 17.
• Provide day-to-day support, care, and activities to children and young people.
• Manage challenging behaviour with professionalism.
• Work as part of a therapeutic team alongside psychologists and specialist services.
• Be flexible to work shift patterns, including sleep-ins, evenings, and weekends.
• Hold a Full UK Driving Licence.
• Be aged 21 or over.

Who you will be working for…

A professional and dedicated care provider offering small group living in a family-style environment. This is a growing organisation with in-house training and development support, ensuring you are fully equipped to succeed and progress.

Why this Home & Company…

✅ Progressive pay scale based on experience, qualifications, and performance
✅ Competitive pension scheme
✅ Specialist CPD certified training and accredited qualifications (free of charge)
✅ Career progression – first access to internal roles before advertising externally
✅ Monthly attendance bonus
✅ Free meals, snacks, and drinks on shift
✅ Free parking
✅ Additional benefits such as cycle to work scheme, flexitime, and casual dress

Important Information ❗

Do not apply for this role if any of the following apply to you:

• You do not hold a Full UK Driving Licence and do not have a car.
• You only have experience in HealthCare, NHS, CQC, or as a Nursery Practitioner.
• You require sponsorship (sponsorship is not available).
• Individuals with only CQC experience and who have not worked in an Ofsted Registered Children's Home will not be considered.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people and would like to join a supportive and professional team, we encourage you to apply today.

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