Children's Residential Support Worker - Wallis House

Shaw Trust; Rothwell; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sleep-in allowance

Ofsted bonus scheme

Enhanced Family Friendly Leave

Award and Recognition Vouchers

Overtime opportunities

Comprehensive training and career dev.

Generous annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Job summary

Homes2Inspire (part of Shaw Trust Group) seeks a Children’s Residential Support Worker to safeguard, care for, and empower young people at Wallis House in Rothwell. The role includes cooking, budgeting guidance, and supporting independence while promoting wellbeing.

You will work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins (1–2 per week). A full UK driving licence is essential, with funded progression toward QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare.

Qualifications

• Must have compassion, patience and a genuine desire to make a difference.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Willingness to work towards QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare (fully funded).
• Drivers with a full UK licence are essential.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard and promote the wellbeing of young people in our care.
• Provide daily care and support, including cooking, cleaning, and encouraging independence.
• Encourage participation in community activities and hobbies.
• Maintain a safe environment following company procedures and Ofsted regulations.
• Build positive relationships and be a role model for managing emotions and behaviours.
• Transport young people to school, medical appointments, activities, and college.
• Set clear boundaries and act as a positive role model.
• Maintain accurate records and liaise with management, social workers and other professionals.
• Work flexibly including evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-ins (1–2 per week).

Skills

Compassion

Communication skills

Calm under pressure

Team player

Education

QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare

Job description

Childrens Residential Support Worker

Employer: Homes2Inspire (part of Shaw Trust Group)

Location: Rothwell, Northamptonshire – NN14

Contract: Full-time, Permanent, 40 hours per week

Salary: £29,767 - £31,579 annum, plus £50.00 sleep-in allowance, Ofsted Bonus Scheme for homes achieving Good or Outstanding inspection outcomes

Ofsted: Outstanding

About Homes2Inspire

Homes2inspire, are part of Shaw Trust Group, a charity dedicated to transforming lives across the UK. Since opening our first home in 2007, Homes2Inspire has grown to become the UK\'s largest charity-owned provider of residential children\'s homes. We support over 150 children across 54 homes and 2 semi-independent leaving care facilities and high-needs foster care provision. With ambitious growth plans for 2026 / 2027, we are looking for exceptional team members to be part of our exciting journey.

About The Home

Wallis House is a 5 bedded children’s residential home in Rothwell, Northamptonshire. Supporting children and young people up to the age of 17, it provides a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment by offering emotional and practical support to help children develop life skills and build confidence. Rothwell is commutable from Kettering, Desborough, Northampton, Corby, Market Harborough, Leicester.

The Role

• Safeguard and promote the wellbeing of young people in our care.
• Provide daily care and support, including cooking, cleaning, and encouraging independence in skills like budgeting and shopping.
• Encourage participation in community activities and hobbies.
• Maintain a safe environment, following company procedures and Ofsted regulations, including reporting and recording accidents, incidents, or physical interventions.
• Build positive relationships, acting as a role model to help children manage emotional and behavioural difficulties.
• Transport young people to school, medical appointments, recreational activities, social outings, and school or college
• Act as a positive role model, setting clear boundaries and building trust.
• Maintain accurate records and paperwork, liaising with management, social workers, other healthcare professionals etc.
• Work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-ins (1–2 per week).
• Drivers with a full UK license are essential.

What You’ll Bring

• Compassion, patience, and a genuine desire to make a difference.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm in challenging situations.
• Willingness to work towards QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare (fully funded).
• Honesty, empathy, and a commitment to being a positive role model.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (£29,767 - £31,579) per annum).
• £50.00 per sleep in
• Ofsted Bonus Scheme for homes achieving Good or Outstanding inspection outcomes.
• Enhanced Family Friendly Leave.
• Award and Recognition Vouchers celebrating outstanding performance and achievements.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Comprehensive training and career development pathways.
• Generous annual leave, with option to purchase 5 extra days.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and wellbeing support.
• Unum Healthcare - App-based access to healthcare reimbursements, mental health support, remote GP, and wellbeing perks
• Aviva Digicare - Access free healthcare services including Digital GP consultation, Annual Health Check and Mental Health Assessments
• Refer a Friend bonus.
• Discounts on shopping, cinema, holidays, plus Blue Light Card access.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Subsidised days out with young people.
• Recognition awards for long service and attendance.
• Meals included during shifts.

Important Information

• Drivers with a full UK drivers license are essential
• Sleep-ins are required (average 1–2 per week).
• We cannot offer sponsorshipor part time hours
• All successful candidates will undergo safer recruitment checks in line with Ofsted requirements.

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.
• Candidate applications will be reviewed regularly, and we reserve the right to interview candidates before the advertised closing date of this role.