Bank Support Worker - Harris House

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Induction and specialist training

Life Assurance

EAP and wellbeing support

Job summary

Shaw Trust is seeking a Bank Children's Residential Support Worker to provide flexible, shift-based support across residential homes in the Bicester area. The role includes sleep-in payments and a £14.31–£15.18 hourly rate with no guaranteed minimum hours.

You will help maintain safe, nurturing environments for young people, assist with daily routines, and support education and development while working across various services and shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children, young people or vulnerable individuals in a professional capacity.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Resilience, emotional maturity and the ability to stay calm under pressure.
• QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare or willingness to work towards this.
• GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Maths.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children and young people within our residential homes.
• Building positive relationships and acting as a positive role model.
• Assisting with daily routines, activities, appointments and education.
• Supporting young people to develop independence and life skills.
• Providing emotional support and trauma-informed care.
• Maintaining accurate records and contributing to care planning.
• Providing cover during staff absence, annual leave and emergencies.

Skills

Experience with children

Communication skills

Resilience

Driving licence

Education

QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare

GCSE English & Maths

Job description

Bank Children's Residential Support Worker

Contract: Bank / Zero Hours Contract

Location: Bicester, Oxfordshire

Salary: £14.31 - £15.18 per hour + sleep-in payments

Looking for flexibility around your commitments?

Whether you're balancing family life, studies, another job, or simply don't want to commit to full-time hours, our Bank Children's Residential Support Worker opportunities offer the flexibility to work around your lifestyle while making a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people.

As a Bank Residential Support Worker, you'll provide additional support across our homes during periods of annual leave, sickness, training, emergency cover and increased staffing requirements. You'll play a vital role in helping us maintain safe, nurturing and stable environments for the young people in our care.

No two shifts are the same, and you'll have the opportunity to gain experience across a variety of services while working alongside dedicated and experienced teams.

What will the role involve?

• Supporting children and young people within our residential homes.
• Building positive relationships and acting as a positive role model.
• Assisting with daily routines, activities, appointments and education.
• Supporting young people to develop independence and life skills.
• Providing emotional support and trauma-informed care.
• Maintaining accurate records and contributing to care planning.
• Providing cover during staff absence, annual leave and emergencies.

Flexibility to suit you

We understand that not everyone can commit to a full-time contract. Our bank opportunities allow you to work shifts around your availability, with opportunities including:

• Long day shifts
• Sleep-in shifts (paid in addition to your hourly rate)
• Early shifts
• Late shifts
• Weekend working
• Bank holiday shifts

While flexibility is a key benefit of the role, we are looking for individuals who can offer regular availability and are willing to work across a variety of shift patterns when required.

What you'll bring

• Experience supporting children, young people or vulnerable individuals in a professional capacity.
• A genuine passion for helping children and young people achieve positive outcomes.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Resilience, emotional maturity and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare or equivalent Health & Social Care qualification, or willingness to work towards this.
• GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Maths.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

What can Homes2Inspire offer you?

• Flexible work to fit around your home life and commitments.
• Comprehensive induction and specialist training.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• Opportunities to progress into permanent and full-time roles.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Access to internal wellbeing support services.
• Medicash Healthcare Plan.
• Life Assurance.
• Blue Light Card eligibility.
• High street discounts and cycle-to-work scheme.
• Refer a Friend scheme - earn £500 for successful referrals.
• Access to a range of employee networks and support groups.

About Homes2Inspire

Homes2Inspire is one of the UK's leading providers of children's residential care, supporting over 150 children and young people across more than 60 homes and leaving care services. As part of Shaw Trust, we are committed to creating safe, nurturing and therapeutic environments where children can thrive and achieve their potential.

Please Note

• This is a bank (zero-hours) position with no guaranteed minimum hours.
• Successful candidates will be required to complete safer recruitment checks in line with Ofsted requirements.
• We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
• Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.
• Interviews may take place before the advertised closing date.

At Homes2Inspire, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and supportive workplace and welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. We particularly welcome applications from those with experience supporting children and young people, whether in residential care, education, youth work, healthcare or other relevant settings.