Childrens Residential Support Worker - Rosendale House

Shaw Trust; Worcester; On-site; GBP 27,976 - 28,650; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sleep-in allowance

Attendance bonus

QCF Level 3 funded

Overtime opportunities

Training and development

Generous annual leave

EAP and wellbeing support

Cycle to Work

Long service awards

Job summary

Homes2Inspire (part of Shaw Trust Group) seeks a Residential Support Worker for Rosendale House in Great Malvern, Worcestershire. You will safeguard and support young people, provide daily care, and promote independence with budgeting and shopping.

Role requires flexi hours including evenings and sleep-ins; full UK driver's licence is essential. Salary range £27,976–£28,650 per year plus sleep-in allowance and attendance bonus, with funded QCF Level 3 training.

Qualifications

• Compassion, patience, and a genuine desire to make a difference.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to work towards QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare (fully funded).

Responsibilities

• Safeguard and promote the wellbeing of young people in our care.
• Provide daily care including cooking, cleaning, and encouraging independence in budgeting and shopping.
• Encourage participation in community activities and hobbies.
• Maintain a safe environment following procedures and Ofsted regulations and report incidents.
• Build positive relationships and act as a role model for emotional management.
• Transport young people to school, appointments, activities and outings.
• Maintain records and liaise with management, social workers, and professionals.
• Work flexibly including evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-ins (1-2 per week).
• Full UK driver’s licence is essential.

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Calm under pressure

QCF Level 3 funding

Honesty

Empathy

Education

QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare

Job description

Chidrens Residential Support Worker – Great Malvern, Worcestershire - WR14

Employer: Homes2Inspire (part of Shaw Trust Group)

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

Salary: £27,976 - £28,650 per annum (£13.45 - £13.77 per hour) + sleep-in allowance (£46.01 per sleep) + attendance bonus

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

Rosendale House is a 3 bedded children's residential home in Great Malvern Worcestershire, WR14. It provides a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment by offering emotional and practical support to help children and young people develop life skills and build confidence. Due to the rural location of the home, drivers are essential.

The Role

As a Residential Support Worker, you will:

• 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).
• Due to the location of the home, drivers with a full UK driver's licence 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 (£27,976 - A£28,650 per annum).
• Sleep-in allowance (£46.01 per sleep).
• Attendance bonuses (up to £1,400 per year).
• QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare – fully funded
• 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

• You must hold a full UK licence - we are unable to consider none drivers
• 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.
• This is a full time, permanent contract based on 40 hours a week.