Senior Childrens Residential Support Worker Job at Alcedo Care (Saint Helens)

Senior Childrens Residential Support Worker

Alcedo Care

Location:
United Kingdom , Saint Helens

Category:
Health and Beauty

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

38400.00 GBP / Year ▼

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Job Description:

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

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 16, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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