Senior support worker (Qualified / driver)
| Posting date: | 01 October 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £27,580 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £27,580 per annum plus an additional £3k - £6k pa for sleep-ins (4 – 8 sleep ins per month at £62.64 per each) |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 31 October 2025 |
| Location: | Blackpool, Lancashire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Keys Group |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Senior Support Worker - Children’s Homes - A minimum of 12 months Childrens home experience and a level 3 residential child care qualification
Location: Lytham St Annes
Salary: £27,580 per annum plus an additional £3k - £6k pa for sleep-ins
(4 – 8 sleep ins per month at £62.64 per each)
Hours: Full time long day shifts plus sleep ins.
Full UK Drivers licence essential
We are looking for a qualified, resilient and nurturing Children's Senior Support worker to join our family home, caring for children who have sometimes complex emotional and behavioural difficulties. You would be the person to give encouragement and praise when needed, to be patient and understanding during times of crisis and your passion and knowledge will inspire the team to achieve the best outcomes for every child.
We also have lots of fun so bike riding is essential and generally being active and outgoing.
If you live our EPIC values of Excellence, Passion, Integrity and Caring, then why not unlock your career potential with Keys Group.
What do you need?
A minimum of 12 months Children's home experience and a level 3 qualification in residential childcare which will be recognised in your hourly pay rate.
Experience or knowledge of child-centred, therapeutic models.
Great communication skills, naturally caring, flexible and resilient.
You need to be able to work flexibly in caring for the children. This will include working shifts and sleep-ins with full-time and part-time hours being available.
Full UK Driving licence is required.
Still not convinced?
Keys Group offer a benefits package including:
What else do we offer?
Career Progression: We invest in your growth with clear paths to advance, including opportunities to become a Registered Manager.
Competitive Salary: We offer the Real Living Wage as a minimum.
Enhanced Pay Scales: Recognise both qualifications and experience with higher pay rates
Family Support: Enhanced company maternity and paternity pay.
Rewarding Job - Full of variety and enjoyment. No two days are ever the same
Supportive Management - regular supervisions and appraisals to ensure you are enjoying life at Keys Group
Regular Team Meetings – Include and contribute your ideas towards the progression of the service and have your voice heard as part of our regional management team
Funded Qualifications – We fully fund and support you to obtain a range of QCF’s opening up further career opportunities and extra pay
Paid Training – Get paid to enrol in our sector leading training and level up your career
Full Induction Program: Comprehensive introductory training to set you up for success.
Amazing Discount Schemes - Access amazing deals with the Hapi App & Blue Light Card
NEST Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our pension plan.
Wellbeing Support, Advice and Guidance – Access advice and guidance through our Employee Assistance Programme.
Staff Referral Scheme – Refer a friend to join Keys Group and split a £500 referral bonus between you
Circle App – internal communications on the next level, be part of something special
Annual Leave: 28 days of annual leave, including Bank Holidays entitlement
Free Enhanced DBS Check
Real progression opportunities
Amazing Discount Schemes - You'll have access to both the Cirlce & a Blue Light Card which give you incredible discounts at high street retailers, days out, gifts, holidays - even when buying a car
More about the role:
You will work with the team to promote and support the young people in our care in leading a life of positive development by providing a safe and nurturing environment.
Ensure the day-to-day management is facilitated in a professional and competent manner and support the Service Manager in providing the best quality care.
Lead a team along with other professionals, to provide the therapeutic care and support needed for each individual child.
Record events and observations, progress reports, preparing and implementing care plans and records
You will act as a positive role model to colleagues and children to meet their everyday living needs, developing trusting relationships that create recovery, growth and lasting change.
Location: Lytham St Annes
Salary: £27,580 per annum plus an additional £3k - £6k pa for sleep-ins
(4 – 8 sleep ins per month at £62.64 per each)
Hours: Full time long day shifts plus sleep ins.
Full UK Drivers licence essential
We are looking for a qualified, resilient and nurturing Children's Senior Support worker to join our family home, caring for children who have sometimes complex emotional and behavioural difficulties. You would be the person to give encouragement and praise when needed, to be patient and understanding during times of crisis and your passion and knowledge will inspire the team to achieve the best outcomes for every child.
We also have lots of fun so bike riding is essential and generally being active and outgoing.
If you live our EPIC values of Excellence, Passion, Integrity and Caring, then why not unlock your career potential with Keys Group.
What do you need?
A minimum of 12 months Children's home experience and a level 3 qualification in residential childcare which will be recognised in your hourly pay rate.
Experience or knowledge of child-centred, therapeutic models.
Great communication skills, naturally caring, flexible and resilient.
You need to be able to work flexibly in caring for the children. This will include working shifts and sleep-ins with full-time and part-time hours being available.
Full UK Driving licence is required.
Still not convinced?
Keys Group offer a benefits package including:
What else do we offer?
Career Progression: We invest in your growth with clear paths to advance, including opportunities to become a Registered Manager.
Competitive Salary: We offer the Real Living Wage as a minimum.
Enhanced Pay Scales: Recognise both qualifications and experience with higher pay rates
Family Support: Enhanced company maternity and paternity pay.
Rewarding Job - Full of variety and enjoyment. No two days are ever the same
Supportive Management - regular supervisions and appraisals to ensure you are enjoying life at Keys Group
Regular Team Meetings – Include and contribute your ideas towards the progression of the service and have your voice heard as part of our regional management team
Funded Qualifications – We fully fund and support you to obtain a range of QCF’s opening up further career opportunities and extra pay
Paid Training – Get paid to enrol in our sector leading training and level up your career
Full Induction Program: Comprehensive introductory training to set you up for success.
Amazing Discount Schemes - Access amazing deals with the Hapi App & Blue Light Card
NEST Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our pension plan.
Wellbeing Support, Advice and Guidance – Access advice and guidance through our Employee Assistance Programme.
Staff Referral Scheme – Refer a friend to join Keys Group and split a £500 referral bonus between you
Circle App – internal communications on the next level, be part of something special
Annual Leave: 28 days of annual leave, including Bank Holidays entitlement
Free Enhanced DBS Check
Real progression opportunities
Amazing Discount Schemes - You'll have access to both the Cirlce & a Blue Light Card which give you incredible discounts at high street retailers, days out, gifts, holidays - even when buying a car
More about the role:
You will work with the team to promote and support the young people in our care in leading a life of positive development by providing a safe and nurturing environment.
Ensure the day-to-day management is facilitated in a professional and competent manner and support the Service Manager in providing the best quality care.
Lead a team along with other professionals, to provide the therapeutic care and support needed for each individual child.
Record events and observations, progress reports, preparing and implementing care plans and records
You will act as a positive role model to colleagues and children to meet their everyday living needs, developing trusting relationships that create recovery, growth and lasting change.