Support Worker

Job Title: Support Worker – Children’s Residential Care

Location: Liverpool, Merseyside, UK

Salary: Up to £36,000 per annum, plus sleep-in allowances of £60 per sleep-in

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in young people’s lives? A leading specialist provider is seeking dedicated Support Workers to join their children’s residential care team in Liverpool. This is a rewarding opportunity to build a meaningful career within a dynamic and supportive environment, helping children and young people develop essential life skills and emotional resilience.

Key Responsibilities

• Support children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) and challenging behaviours
• Provide OFSTED-standard support within a residential care setting
• Build trusting, positive relationships with young people
• Support independence skills such as cooking, budgeting, and personal care
• Promote well-being and emotional resilience through daily routines and structured activities
• Safeguard young people in line with OFSTED guidelines
• Encourage community involvement and personal development
• Collaborate effectively within a team to ensure consistency and stability
• Complete recordings, logs, and contribute to support plans

Requirements

• Passion for supporting children and young people
• Experience working with children and young people, preferably in a care setting
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Patience, resilience, and adaptability
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and sleep‑ins
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to drive (desirable)

Shift Pattern

• 3‑week rotating schedule:
• Week 1: Monday, Wednesday, Saturday
• Week 2: Tuesday, Friday, Sunday
• Week 3: Thursday
• 24‑hour shifts including evenings, nights, and handovers

Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.

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