Support Worker

Search Consultancy LTD; Sefton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Residential Support Worker in Southport. This full-time role involves supporting young people aged 10-19 in a nurturing environment. Candidates must have residential care experience and a full UK driving licence. Benefits include a sleep-in allowance, bonus after 2 years, and funded qualifications. Join to make a real difference in young people's lives.

Benefits

Sleep-in allowance

Bonus after 2 years

Funded qualifications

Healthcare access

28 days leave including bank holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in residential childcare is necessary.
• Full UK driving licence required for the role.
• Willingness to attain NVQ Level 3 if not currently held.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, nurturing home environment.
• Support routines, education, and wellbeing of young people.
• Build positive relationships with residents.
• Maintain accurate records and collaborate with professionals.

Skills

Residential childcare experience

Understanding of safeguarding & trauma

Communication skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare

Job description

Residential Support Worker - Southport

Location: Southport - On-Site

Salary: £11.00 (unqualified) - £12.25 (qualified) per hour

Reporting To: Children's Home Manager

Role Overview

Support young people aged 10-19 in a nurturing residential setting using trauma-informed care. This full-time, on-site role includes sleep-ins. Candidates must have residential care experience and a full UK driving licence due to service needs.

Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or willingness to complete)
• Experience in residential childcare
• Full UK driving licence
• Understanding of safeguarding & trauma

Key Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, nurturing home environment
• Support routines, education, and wellbeing
• Build positive relationships and model resilience
• Maintain accurate records and work with professionals

Benefits

• Sleep-in allowance
• Bonus after 2 years
• Funded qualifications & healthcare access
• 28 days leave (including bank holidays)

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.