Residential Support Worker: Inspire Independence for Youth

Progressive Independence; Sefton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded training and professional

Career progression

Employee mentoring programme

Health and wellbeing support

Company pension scheme

Paid annual leave

Sick pay

Free on-site parking

Casual dress

Company events

Golden Ticket Birthday Benefit

Job summary

Progressive Independence in the United Kingdom is seeking dedicated Residential Support Workers to support children and young people with emotional, social and practical needs, helping them build independence and positive outcomes.

We operate a structured 3-3-1 rolling rota with long-day shifts, sleep-ins, weekends and bank holidays, equating to about 125 shifts per year, with additional overtime opportunities to increase earnings.

Qualifications

• A Level 3 qualification in Children's Residential Care or Health and Social Care (Children's Pathway).
• Minimum of 12 months' experience working in a children's home.
• Full UK driving licence with fewer than 6 penalty points; access to own vehicle or company car.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent, high-quality care and emotional support.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with children and young people.
• Support education, activities, hobbies and daily routines.
• Encourage independence and the development of essential life skills.
• Maintain a safe, structured and welcoming home environment.
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing and personal development.
• Follow safeguarding procedures, policies and individual care plans.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families and external professionals.

Education

A Level 3 qualification in Children's Residential Care or Health and Social Care (Children's Pathway)

Tools

UK driving licence (with <6 points)

Own vehicle or access to company pool car

Enhanced DBS (Update Service)

Job description

Progressive Independence in the United Kingdom is seeking dedicated Residential Support Workers to support children and young people with emotional, social and practical needs, helping them build independence and positive outcomes.

We operate a structured 3-3-1 rolling rota with long-day shifts, sleep-ins, weekends and bank holidays, equating to about 125 shifts per year, with additional overtime opportunities to increase earnings.