Childrens Residential Support Worker - Harris House

Prospects; Bicester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sleep-in allowance

Attendance bonuses

Overtime opportunities

Training and development

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Homes2Inspire is recruiting a Residential Support Worker to safeguard and promote the wellbeing of young people in our care at Harris House in Bicester, Oxfordshire. You will support daily routines, meals, transport to school and appointments, and help young people develop essential life skills.

The role requires flexibility across evenings, weekends and sleep-ins (1–2 per week). This is a full-time, permanent position with a competitive salary, sleep-in allowances, and ongoing training within

Qualifications

• Experience in childcare or residential care preferred.
• Willing to work across shifts, including evenings, weekends and sleep-ins.
• Drivers with full UK licence are essential.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard and promote the wellbeing of young people in our care.
• Support with daily routines, household tasks, and meal preparation.
• Encourage participation in community activities and hobbies.
• Transport young people to school, medical appointments, and activities.
• Act as a positive role model, setting clear boundaries and building trust.
• Help young people develop life skills, including managing finances.
• Maintain accurate records and paperwork.
• Work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-ins (1–2 per week).

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Communication skills

Calm under pressure

QCF Level 3 Residential Childcare

Empathy

Education

QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare

Job description

Residential Support Worker – Bicester, Oxfordshire – OX26

Employer: Homes2Inspire (part of Shaw Trust Group)

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

Salary: £29,767 – £31,359 per annum + sleep-in allowance (£50.00 per sleep)

Ofsted: Good

About Homes2Inspire

Homes2Inspire are one of the UK’s leading providers of children’s homes, caring for over 150 children across 56 homes and 2 semi-independent leaving care facilities. We are proud to be part of the Shaw Trust Group, a charity dedicated to transforming lives across the UK.

About The Home

Harris House is a 2 bedded childrens residential home located in Bicester, Oxfordshire and holds a “Good” rating with Ofsted.

Supporting children and young people up to the age of 18 – the home provides a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment by offering emotional and practical support to help children develop life skills and build confidence.

The Role

As a Residential Support Worker, you will:

• Safeguard and promote the wellbeing of young people in our care.
• Support with daily routines, household tasks, and meal preparation.
• Encourage participation in community activities and hobbies.
• Transport young people to school, medical appointments, and activities.
• Act as a positive role model, setting clear boundaries and building trust.
• Help young people develop life skills, including managing finances.
• Maintain accurate records and paperwork.
• Work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-ins (1–2 per week).

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 (£27,976 - £28,650 per annum).
• Sleep-in allowance (£46.01 per sleep).
• Attendance bonuses (up to £1,400 per year).
• 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

• Able to work a variety of shifts such as earlier, lates, long days, sleep ins.
• Sleep-ins are required (average 1–2 per week).
• We cannot offer sponsorship or part time hours
• Drivers with a FULL UK licence are essential

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.