Children's Support Worker

Children’s
Residential Support Worker –St Helens, Merseyside.

Support children to
thrive. Build a future where every young voice is heard.

At Newcross Healthcare,
we believe in doing the right thing , treating everyone
with respect , leading with empathy , and working together to
deliver great care . If those values
reflect who you are, you could be the difference in a child’s life.

We are hiring
exceptional Children’s Residential
Support Workers to care for children
and young people in a residential setting in Merseyside. This is
a chance to offer stability, safety and encouragement to those
who need it most. You will help them overcome challenges, grow
in confidence and build brighter futures.

What you’ll receive:

• Competitive pay – £13.90 to £16.68
  per hour (including holiday pay)
  
• Same -Day Pay – access up to 50%
  of your pay instantly after each shift
  
• Free training and development – with hundreds of
  CPD -accredited courses, through FuturU
  
• Referral bonus – earn up to £500
  when you refer a friend
  
• Welcome perks – including a free
  uniform and a welcome gift box
  
• Perks at Work – enjoy exclusive
  discounts on groceries, tech, travel, and more
  

About the role:

You will support
children within a residential care environment. Your role will
include building trusting relationships, promoting routines and
life skills, supporting with emotional regulation and managing
behaviours with consistency and care. This is a full time position.

This is a secure
accommodation with education for young people aged 10 up to
their 18th birthday.  It consists of secure living areas
with a shared education facility. 

• Self -Harm
  
• Alcohol and
  Substance misuse
  
• Child Sexual Exploitation
  
• Missing from Care
  
• De -escalation
  and management of physically challenging behaviours.
  

What
we’re looking for:

• At least 6 months
  of full -time care experience in the past 3 years, including
  3 months with children or young people
  
• Be
  able to attend a 4 day FREE PRICE course
  Monday -Thursday 9 -4.30 
  
• SUPPORTWORK - SM
  must be signed off for OFSTED
  
• A Level 3
  qualification in children’s services (or willingness to work
  towards one)
  
• The right to work
  in the UK
  
• A commitment to
  delivering care that is respectful, empathetic and team -focused
  
• Experience working
  with highly challenging behaviours
  
• Advantage -
  Experience in working in a children's secure unit 
  

Why choose Newcross?

We’ve been a trusted
name in care for nearly 30 years. Our people are supported with
the latest tech, 24/7 clinical guidance and genuine respect for
the work they do. At Newcross, every person counts – and great care is never
delivered alone .

Ready to join us?
If you’re passionate about making a lasting difference in
a child’s life, apply to join the Newcross team in Merseyside today.

Be the reason a child
feels safe, supported, and heard.