Children's Support Worker

£27,276 to £28,696.20 per hour, Competitive

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

30/10/2026

Package Description

Job Title:

Children’s Residential Support Worker

Location:

Runcorn WA7 Salary: £27.2k
- 28.6k + Additional £3,200-£6,500 per year from sleep in's

Hours:

39hrs a week working 08:00 - 22:00 Sleep In's:
Minimum 1-2 sleeps a week Driving Requirement:
Full UK Driving Licence is required About Us Keys is a leading provider of innovative care and education services for children and young people with complex needs, emotional, and behavioural difficulties.

Our mission is to make every day extraordinary for the children we support, believing in their potential and helping them achieve it.

The Opportunity We are experiencing continued growth within our EPIC team and are seeking full-time superheroes to join our amazing, supportive team in Runcorn As a Children’s Residential Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in delivering outstanding care and support, helping young people lead happy and fulfilling lives.

No Experience Needed Experience with in the care sector is not required as we offer full training, coaching, and development.

Keys provides sector-leading training and coaching to help our staff level up and advance their careers.

By learning new key skills and gaining a variety of excellent qualifications, you will open up numerous progression opportunities within the social care sector.

Many of our regional and service managers started as support workers and have successfully climbed the Keys ladder

• and we are committed to supporting you to do the same!

Key Responsibilities Provide a safe, caring, and loving home environment for children and young people Act as a positive role model to meet their everyday living needs.

Participate in fun activities and outings such as football, Play Station, cycling, and baking.

Encourage and share hobbies and interests.

Perform household tasks such as cooking and cleaning.

Offer emotional and physical support to help children reach their full potential in sometimes challenging situations.

Build friendships and trusting relationships.

Empower young people to make decisions about their lives.

Requirements The ability to relate well to young people, share interests, provide encouragement, and actively participate in activities.

A full UK Driving Licence Over the age of 21 Naturally caring, flexible, and resilient with a keen interest in the lives of young people.

Great communication skills, positivity, and energy.

Flexibility to work shifts and sleep-ins.

Why join us Annual Leave

• Enjoy
  5.6 weeks of annual leave inclusive of 8 public holidays.

DBS Check Paid

• Your Enhanced DBS check, is fully covered by Keys Group, along with any required renewals.

Qualifications & Career Development

• Unlock your potential with our support!

We offer a variety of QCF qualifications, providing opportunities for professional growth and opening doors to further career advancement.

• At Keys, we pride ourselves on fair and competitive pay.

As a Real Living Wage Employer, we ensure fair pay for all, with enhanced pay scales that transparently recognise your qualifications and experience.

Blue Light Card

at High Street retailers, days out, gifts, holidays and even when buying a car, available via a Blue Light card that you will have access to as a Health and Social Care Employee

Referral Bonus

Refer talented individuals to Keys Group and split a £500 bonus when they successfully join and complete their probation.

Care First

• We care about your well-being and that's why we're pleased to offer our employees an Employee Assistance Program.

If you need someone to talk to, the EAP is here for you

• confidentially and at no cost.

Circle

• Your hub for wellbeing, engagement…