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Senior Childrens Residential Support Worker

United Kingdom, Saint Helens 38400.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted May 16, 2026
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Join Alcedo Care as a Senior Residential Childrens Support worker within our St.Helens Childrens Residential Home. This is an exciting opportunity to join a provider recognised as a Top 20 Rated Home Care Group for the past six years, built on strong family values, quality care, and supporting both our young people and staff to thrive. As a Senior Residential Children's Support Worker, you will play a leading role in creating a safe, stable, and nurturing home environment for children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs. You will work closely with the Registered Manager and wider team to deliver high-quality care, support the development of junior staff, and help young people achieve positive outcomes. This role requires a confident, compassionate, and resilient individual who can lead shifts, build positive relationships, and provide consistent support to children and young people.

Job Responsibility

  • Leading shifts and supporting the day-to-day running of the home
  • Building positive and trusting relationships with young people
  • Providing emotional support and promoting positive behaviours
  • Supporting education, appointments, activities, and independence
  • Maintaining accurate records, reports, and care documentation
  • Supporting the development and implementation of care plans and risk assessments
  • Working closely with social workers, schools, therapists, and other professionals
  • Facilitating family contact where appropriate
  • Supporting with household tasks, routines, and meal preparation
  • Promoting a safe, structured, and nurturing home environment
  • Participating in the on-call rota as required

Requirements

  • NVQ Level 3 or 4 in Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards)
  • Previous experience within a children's residential care setting or in a similar environment
  • Experience leading shifts or supporting new staff
  • Strong understanding of safeguarding and child-centred care
  • Ability to remain calm and resilient in challenging situations
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills
  • Passion for supporting children and young people to achieve positive outcomes

Nice to have

A full UK driving licence is preferred but not essential

What we offer

  • Weekly Pay
  • Free enhanced DBS check
  • Paid holiday entitlement
  • Company pension scheme
  • Enhanced bank holiday pay (x1.5)
  • Blue Light Card after 6 months service
  • Employee of the Month recognition scheme
  • Free 24/7 mental wellbeing support
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • Supportive management and senior leadership team
  • Use of a home's pool car during work hours
  • Genuine career progression opportunities within a growing organisation

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