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Senior Support Worker
Health & Social Care Liverpool Permanent Mar 13, 2026

Health & Social Care

Location: Liverpool
Salary: £14.50 per hour + £60 per sleep-in
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Shifts: Rotational shift work including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins

We’re working with a children’s residential care provider seeking a dedicated Senior Residential Support Worker to join their team in Liverpool, supporting young people within a regulated children’s home environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced residential childcare professional to step into a senior role, supporting the leadership team while helping to deliver safe, nurturing, and consistent care for young people.

As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will support the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager in the day-to-day running of the home, leading shifts and ensuring high standards of care in line with the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015 and Ofsted Quality Standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading shifts and supporting the wider staff team

• Promoting safeguarding and protecting children from harm

• Supporting children’s emotional wellbeing, development, and independence

• Acting as a Key Worker for allocated young people and delivering regular key work sessions

• Supporting care planning, risk assessments, and placement reviews

• Maintaining accurate records including daily logs, incidents, and safeguarding documentation

• Promoting positive behaviour and using appropriate de-escalation strategies

• Working closely with social workers, schools, and health professionals

We’re keen to speak with candidates who have:

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

• Experience working with children and young people in residential settings

• Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures

• Excellent communication and leadership skills

• Ability to lead shifts and support junior staff

• A full UK driving licence

Experience in a senior residential role, knowledge of trauma-informed care, and familiarity with Ofsted frameworks would be advantageous.

• £14.50 per hour plus £60 per sleep-in

• Opportunity to develop leadership experience within a supportive team

• Ongoing training and professional development

• The chance to make a meaningful difference in young people’s lives