Bank Residential Youth Support Worker - Nottingham Homes

Shaw Trust; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Attendance bonus

Sleep-in payments

28 days annual leave

Meals provided

Well-being support

Employee discounts

Job summary

Homes2Inspire is seeking a Residential Youth Support Worker in Nottinghamshire to provide stability and mentorship for young people who have experienced trauma. Although care experience isn’t required, the role offers full training and a funded Level 3 Residential Childcare qualification, with a strong emphasis on resilience, empathy and personal development.

You will engage in daily routines, activities and emotional support, de-escalate conflicts, and help young people grow independence and

Qualifications

• Must have a compassionate, resilient mindset and be able to remain calm under pressure.
• Full training provided, including a funded Level 3 Residential Childcare qualification.
• Experience in care is not essential; attitude and willingness to learn matter most.

Responsibilities

• Provide stability, guidance and mentorship to young people who have experienced trauma.
• Support daily routines, activities and emotional well-being.
• De-escalate challenging situations with resilience and empathy.
• Help young people develop independence, education and life skills.
• Be a trusted role model, showing patience and empathy in all interactions.

Skills

Compassionate personality

Emotional resilience

Positive role model

Flexibility

Problem solving

Life experience

Willingness to learn

Education

Level 3 Residential Childcare

Job description

Residential Youth Support Worker – A Career Like No Other

Location: Nottinghamshire

Hourly Rate: £14.31 - £15.18 Per Hour + £50.00 Sleep In

Shift Pattern: Zero Hours Contract

Looking for Something More Rewarding?

Do you thrive in fast-paced environments? Have you worked in hospitality, retail, sports, outdoor activities, or customer service? Do you have the emotional resilience to handle challenging situations while supporting and inspiring young people?

If so, you don’t need experience in care – just the right mindset! We provide full training, qualifications, and support to help you build a rewarding career in residential childcare.

What Does the Role Involve?

As a Residential Support Worker, you’ll provide stability, guidance, and mentorship to young people who have experienced trauma. Your work will be challenging, unpredictable, and deeply rewarding. Every day will be different, and your job will include:

• Supporting and caring for young people – helping with daily routines, activities, and emotional well-being.
• Managing challenging situations – using your resilience and empathy to de-escalate conflicts.
• Encouraging personal growth – supporting young people to develop independence, education, and life skills.
• Be a trusted role model – showing resilience, patience, and empathy in every interaction.
• Creating a nurturing environment – helping to build a safe and stable home.

What We’re Looking For?

• A strong, compassionate personality – you stay calm under pressure and can handle difficult situations.
• Emotional resilience – this role isn’t always easy, but the rewards are incredible.
• A positive role model – honesty, patience, and empathy are key.
• Flexibility – able to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins.
• Problem-solvers who think on their feet.
• People with life experience – whether from a previous career or personal challenges.
• A willingness to learn – full training provided, including a funded Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare.

Experience in care is not essential – we provide full training and qualifications. What matters most is your attitude, emotional intelligence, and willingness to learn.

What We Offer?

• 2 weeks of paid training to prepare you for the role (flexible arrangment).
• Full training and a funded Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare.
• A structured career path – progression into senior roles for the right candidates.
• £1,400 annual attendance bonus + sleep-in payments (£46.01 per shift).
• 28 days of annual leave, increasing with service.
• Meals provided during shifts.
• Employee benefits – discounts on shopping, cinema, and holidays.
• 24/7 well-being support – including free counselling sessions.

Why Join Us?

You’ll be changing lives – providing stability, care, and support for young people who need it most. Every day, you’ll face new challenges and learn new skills while working as part of a close-knit team. If you have the passion, resilience, and dedication to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Please Note

• All successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment safer recruitment checks in line with Ofsted regulatory requirements and Homes2Inspire Safer Recruitment Policy.
• We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
• Candidate applications will be reviewed regularly, and we reserve the right to interview candidates before the advertised closing date of this role.
• Interviews for this role will take place in-person during pre-planned assessment days, please contact the careers team if you have any accessibility requests or need reasonable adjustments (contact details below).

At Homes2Inspire, we're dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We actively encourage applications from Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic, and welcome applications from all sections of the community including from people with lived experience and/or knowledge of disability or social exclusion.

Homes2Inspire is dedicated to supporting care leavers by offering guaranteed job interviews if you meet the minimum requirements for the role. If you want to benefit from this scheme, please inform us as part of your application that you have lived in care experience.

Male staff are under-represented within our residential children’s services. We would like to encourage more male applicants to apply for our opportunities.

It is an important part of Homes2Inspire’s recruitment process to ensure that candidates are matched with the most appropriate service based on their skills, experience, and the needs of the young people in our care. On occasion, this may result in offers of employment being made at an alternative service than where the candidate has originally applied.

For any questions on the role, or to receive a full job description, please contact our Careers Team on or 01788 487057.