Support Worker - Widnes (WA8)

Keys Children; Widnes; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sleep-in allowance

Annual leave 5.6 weeks

NEST Pension Scheme

Referral bonus £500

Full induction

Job summary

Keys Group is hiring a Children’s Support Worker to join its residential provision in Widnes. You will work across 24‑hour shifts, including long days and sleep-ins, supporting children aged 8–18 with emotional and behavioural challenges.

The role offers a salary of £13.45–£14.05 per hour with a sleep-in allowance, full UK driving licence required, and an opportunity to develop through paid induction and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving License - essential.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children and young people with their emotional, physical, and social needs.
• Accompanying them to appointments, school, and activities.
• Delivering personal care and helping with daily routines.
• Maintaining a safe, nurturing environment and completing accurate reports.
• Promoting wellbeing and safeguarding the young people.

Skills

Driving license

Job description

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Long shifts. Includes weekends and sleep ins

Working Hours:

39

Location:

Widnes

Job Category:

Care and Support

Region:

Cheshire

Business Area:

Children's Residential

Package Description

JOB ROLE: Children's Support Worker

SALARY: £13.45 - £14.05* per hour + up to £6000 sleep-in allowance.

HOURS:Full-time hours working 24 hour shift, long days plus sleep-ins.

REQUIREMENTS:Full UK Driving License - essential.

About Us:

Our Children’s Home in Spalding is looking for a number of Residential Support Workers to join their team and be part of something special.

With help from your manager and a team of passionate Support Workers you will be working alongside children and young people in residential settings who need a kind, caring and fun place to live despite the challenges they may bring.

Our young people are between 8-18 years old who display emotional, behavioural difficulties. This is why we are looking for motivated, determined and resilient staff who are flexible and able to adapt to challenging situations.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Supporting children and young people with their emotional, physical, and social needs
• Accompanying them to appointments, school, and fun activities
• Delivering personal care and helping with daily routines
• Supporting with household tasks and maintaining a safe, nurturing environment
• Completing accurate, clear documentation and reports
• Always promoting their wellbeing and safeguarding them
• 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 Group

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