Senior Children's Support Worker - Liverpool (L13)

Keys Children; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sleep allowance

NEST Pension Scheme

£500 referral bonus

Full induction & introductory program

Job summary

Keys Group is seeking a Senior Children's Support Worker in Liverpool (L13) to join a dedicated residential care team. The role focuses on leading shifts, delivering high-quality care, and mentoring staff to support children with complex needs.

A full UK driving licence and NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare are required, with DBS checks and ongoing professional development provided. Salary is £14.45–£15.15 per hour plus a sleep allowance of £62.64 per sleep (up to 8 per month).

Qualifications

• NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare.
• Full UK Manual Driving Licence is essential.
• Knowledge of Ofsted legislation and safeguarding procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead your team with other professionals to provide therapeutic care and support for each individual child.
• Deliver quality care services and contribute to day-to-day shift management.
• Mentor staff and access services to support childcare practices within the home.
• Act as a positive role model to colleagues and children to support everyday living needs and drive recovery and growth.
• Ensure safe, caring home environment and compliance with policies and safeguarding procedures.

Skills

Residential childcare

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare

Job description

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Senior Children's Support Worker - Liverpool (L13)

Job Reference Keysgroup/TP/81070/9486

Number of Positions:

1

Contract Type:

Full Time

Shift patterns will include working Days, Evenings, Nights & Weekends

Working Hours:

39 hours per week

Location:

Liverpool

Job Category:

Care and Support

Region:

Merseyside

Business Area:

Children's Residential

Package Description

JOB ROLE: Senior Support Worker - Children's Residential

LOCATION: Liverpool (L13)

SALARY: £14.45 - £15.15* per hour + £62.64 per sleep (up to 8 per month)

REQUIREMENTS: Full UK Manual Driving License & NVQ/QCF L3 or equivalent in Residential Childcare.

About Us:

Keys provide innovative care and education services to children and young people who have complex needs, emotional and behavioural difficulties. We try and make every day extraordinary for the children we care for and support, because we believe in every single one of them. It's an exciting time to join us as we expand and grow our teams in the region.

• You will be part of a caring team that provides a safe and loving home for children and young people, led and supported by a Service Manager and Deputy Manager.
• Responsible for delivery of quality care services, as well as the strategic planning for developments within the home and day to day shift management matters.
• Leading your team along with other professionals, you will provide the therapeutic care and support needed for each individual child focused on obtaining the best outcomes.
• Act as a positive role model to colleagues and children to meet their everyday living needs, developing trusting relationships that create recovery, growth and lasting change.
• Responsible for mentoring of staff and accessing of appropriate services to support the childcare practices within the home.

What do you need?

• A minimum of 1 year experience working within a Residential Children's home.
• NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare.
• Related knowledge of Ofsted legislation and safeguarding procedures.
• Highly driven, proactive and enthusiastic.
• A strong people manager with a hands-on approach.
• Full UK Manual Driving Licence is essential.
• You need to be able to work flexibly in caring for the children. This will include working shifts and sleep-ins
• Annual Leave - Enjoy 5.6 weeks of annual leave inclusive of 8 public holidays.
• DBS Check Paid - Your Enhanced DBS check, is fully covered by Keys Group, along with any required renewals.
• Qualifications & Career Development - Unlock your potential with our support! We offer a variety of QCF qualifications, providing opportunities for professional growth and opening doors to further career advancement.
• Circle - Your hub for wellbeing, engagement and discounts. From tailored exercise advice and healthy eating tips to counselling and savings on everyday purchases, Circle has you covered.
• Amazing Discount Scheme - at High Street retailers, days out, gifts, holidays and even when buying a car, available via a Blue Light card that you will have access to as a Health and Social Care Employee
• NEST Pension Scheme - Save for your retirement with a matched contribution of up to 3% from Keys Group.
• Fair & Competitive Pay - At Keys Group, we pride ourselves on fair and competitive pay. As a Real Living Wage Employer, we ensure fair pay for all, with enhanced pay scales that transparently recognise your qualifications and experience.
• £500 Referral Bonus - Refer talented individuals to Keys Group and split a £500 bonus when they successfully join and complete their probation.
• Full Induction & Introductory Programme - Begin your journey with a paid-for comprehensive onboarding to set you up for success.

About Keys:

Keys Care provides safe, supportive homes for adults and children, offering tailored services and specialist support to help people thrive. Through our Connected Support approach, we empower individuals to build stability, resilience, and a strong sense of belonging

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are also committed to supporting the Armed Forces community through our Armed Forces Covenant.

Eligible candidates from military backgrounds are guaranteed an interview – please include details of your service on your CV.

Please note that due to the vulnerable nature of the people that we support, all applicants must be over the age of 21

*Dependent on experience and qualifications