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 Applying ⚠️
Do 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.

👉 Please note: 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 Apply:
If 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 chat, please contact us at job@sgscare.co.uk