Support Worker Childrens Residential Home (Complex Needs)
Location: Wallasey
Salary: £35,200 per annum (inclusive of sleeps)
Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time (37.5 hours per week)
Hours: Includes long shifts, weekends, and occasional sleep-ins
Are you an experienced Support Worker with a passion for helping children and young people with complex needs?
We are recruiting on behalf of a specialist residential childrens home that provides high-level care for children whose needs cannot be met in standard settings. This is a challenging but incredibly rewarding role for someone committed to making a real difference.
Whats on Offer:
* £35,200 annual salary
* 37.5 hours per week (on a rota basis)
* Permanent, secure employment
* Ongoing training and development
* Supportive, values-led team environment
About the Role:
Youll be working directly with children and young people who present challenging behaviours and have complex emotional needs. The focus is on building strong relationships, providing consistent care, and supporting young people to achieve positive outcomes.
Responsibilities include:
* Supporting daily routines, activities, and education
* Managing behaviours in a therapeutic and trauma-informed way
* Promoting independence, self-esteem, and well-being
* Working closely with colleagues, families, and professionals
* Completing accurate records and reports
What Were Looking For:
* Experience supporting children or young people with complex needs and/or challenging behaviour
* Resilience, empathy, and a genuine passion for care
* Flexibility to work long shifts, weekends, and do occasional sleep-ins
* A full UK driving licence is essential
This role is ideal for you if you have:
* Experience in residential childcare, SEN schools, youth work, or mental health settings
* A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards it)
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply with your updated CV and we will aim to get back to you within 2 working days.
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