Senior Residential Childrens Support Worker

Portman Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 1,000 - 2,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency based in the UK is seeking a passionate Senior Children's Support Worker to provide essential care to young individuals with severe learning disabilities in Warrington. The role offers competitive pay, robust training, and various employee benefits including enhanced maternity/paternity pay and a pension scheme. Candidates should have experience in complex care, strong communication skills, and a Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care. This is an opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a nurturing environment.

Benefits

Fully funded training and qualifications

Enhanced pay scales

Free meals during shifts

NEST Pension Scheme

Free enhanced DBS check

28 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 months experience working in complex care.
• Experience or knowledge of child-centred and therapeutic care models.
• Full UK Driving Licence is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support children and young people with severe learning disabilities.
• Provide encouragement and praise to the young individuals.
• Assist in personal care when required.

Skills

Complex care experience

Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare or Health & Social Care

Strong English communication skills

Caring and resilient approach

Makaton or BSL skills

Education

Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare or Health & Social Care

Job description

Senior Children's Support Worker

Location : Warrington

Salary : £13.60

£14.20 per hour (£27,580

£28,797 per annum)

Sleep-in Allowance : £3,000

£6,000 per year

Hours : 39 hours per week

full-time long day shifts plus sleep-ins

Contract :

Full-time, temporary contract with the opportunity to become permanent

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced, resilient, and nurturing

Senior Childrens Support Worker

to join one of their family-style residential homes in Warrington. You will be supporting children and young people with severe learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs, including some individuals who are non-verbal.

This is a key role within the home. You will provide encouragement and praise, remain calm and patient during times of crisis, and use your experience and passion to inspire colleagues and help achieve the best possible outcomes for the young people in your care.

Personal care is a required part of this position.

What Were Looking For

• Minimum of 12 months experience
• working in complex care
• Level 3 qualification
• in Residential Childcare or Health & Social Care (recognised within pay rate)
• Experience or knowledge of child-centred and therapeutic care models
• Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal
• Naturally caring, flexible, and resilient approach
• Ability to work shifts and sleep-ins as part of a flexible rota
• Makaton or BSL skills are desirable but not essential
• Full UK Driving Licence is beneficial

What Our Client Offers

• Full induction and introductory programme
• Fully funded training and qualifications
• Enhanced pay scales recognising qualifications and experience
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Free meals during shifts
• Comprehensive employee benefits programme
• NEST Pension Scheme
• Life assurance
• Free enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check
• 28 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays)
• Staff Referral Scheme
• split a £500 bonus when you refer a friend
• Internal communications app to keep you connected and supported

Safeguarding & Equality

Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Our client is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and welcomes applications from service personnel, veterans, and military families. Veteran-friendly policies, peer support networks, and military awareness training are in place.

As part of this commitment, eligible current or former service personnel who meet the essential criteria will be offered a guaranteed interview , provided military experience is clearly detailed on their CV.

Please apply online. Suitable candidates will be contacted to discuss the role in further detail. Please note that this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received.

Were looking for someone who leads with empathy, resilience, and heart. If youre passionate about creating safe, nurturing homes where young people can thrive, this role offers the chance to leave a lasting impact.