Description

Are you a compassionate and dedicated professional looking to make a real impact in the lives of children with learning disabilities? We’re seeking a Senior Children’s Residential Support Worker to join an established, supportive team in Liverpool.
This is a fulfilling role where you’ll provide essential care, encouragement, and support to children in a residential setting, helping them develop independence, confidence, and life skills.

Location: Liverpool, L9

Contract: Permanent, 39 hours per week

Salary: £12.80 – £13.40 per hour
Additional Pay: £62.64 per sleep-in (4-8 sleep-ins per month, adding £3,000-£6,000 annually)
Hours: Full-time, long day shifts with sleep-ins

Responsibilities

Delivering high-quality care and personalised support to children with learning disabilities.
Assisting with personal care needs in a respectful and professional manner.
Leading shifts and supporting colleagues to maintain a structured and nurturing environment.
Supporting the implementation of care plans tailored to each child’s individual needs.
Ensuring safeguarding policies and best practices are followed at all times.
Promoting positive behavior and managing challenging situations with patience and professionalism.
Maintaining accurate records and contributing to care reviews and team meetings.

Requirements

Essential: Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
Preferred: A valid driving license.
Previous experience working with children who have learning disabilities is essential.
Confidence and ability to provide personal care.
A patient, empathetic approach with excellent communication and leadership skills.
Flexibility to work long shifts and sleep-ins as required.Apply Now

If you are interested, please call Lisa McVinnie on (phone number removed) or email me your CV – (url removed)

If this role isn’t right for you, but you know someone who would fit perfectly to our engaged and devoted team and you refer them, you will receive a referral bonus of £250.

The benefits of working with SCS:

A specialist dedicated Social Work consultant offering single point of contact.
Exceptional referral bonuses – £250 per referral placed in to work!
An extensive & exclusive range of Social Work vacancies across the UK
Nationwide provider Social Work staff to over 200 local authorities.
Annual training budget of up to £250 and continued online CPD training.
Excellent Annual Loyalty schemes / bonuses.
DBS disclosures provided via fast-track online services free of charge