Senior Residential Support Worker

Job description

Job Title: Senior Residential Support Worker

Location: Runcorn (WA7)

Salary: £13.50 per hour (c£28,080 Base Salary & £6,600 in sleeps = £34,680 take home)

Working Hour: 40 hours per week, rolling rota (2 on, 4 off, weekends included) & Overtime can be allocated if required.

Hourly Rate: £13.50

Number of Sleeps Required: 8–11 per month

Pay Per Sleep: £55

Service: Children's Home

Service Users: YPs with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)

Qualifications Required: Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent recognised qualification)

Experience in Years Required: Minimum 2 years in residential childcare

Employment Type: Permanent

The Home

Number of Beds: 1 Bed with a Staffing Ratio of 2:1 (Staff:Children)

Location: Runcorn, WA7

Type of YPs: EBD, Trauma, Neglect

Ofsted Rating: New/aiming for Good to Outstanding

Who we are looking for...We are seeking passionate, experienced, and resilient Senior Residential Support Workers who are ready to make a positive difference in the lives of children and young people. You will act as a role model, mentor, and leader, ensuring that every child is supported to thrive, achieve, and build a brighter future.

Who you will be working for...A dedicated children's residential provider with strong values, focusing on transforming young lives. They offer:

A family-run and supportive environment

Expansion plans with opportunities for progression

Investment in staff through training, qualifications, and development

Why this Home & Company...

Clear progression opportunities into Deputy and Manager roles

Funded training and qualifications

Competitive sleep-in payments (£55 per sleep)

Strong ethos of care, teamwork, and nurturing young people

A culture built on compassion, consistency, and resilience

Important – Please Read Before ApplyingDo not apply for this role if any of the following apply to you:

You do not hold a Full UK Driving Licence and do not have a car.

Candidates with only HealthCare, NHS, CQC, or Nursery Practitioner qualifications will not be considered.

You require sponsorship – no sponsorship available.

Individuals with only CQC experience and who have not worked in an Ofsted Registered Children's Home will not be considered.

Sponsorship is not available

How to ApplyIf you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people and would like to join our client's professional and dedicated team, they encourage you to apply today.

To apply for this rewarding opportunity, click the apply button or contact us for more information.

For more information or to book a confidential chatFor more information or to book a confidential chat, please contact us at job@sgscare.co.uk

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Runcorn

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

21-05-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English