Compassionate Youth Care Worker - Funded Diploma & Growth

Prospects; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid induction training

Funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential 

Career progression

Attendance bonus

Annual leave

Free meals

Well-being support

Christmas voucher

Job summary

Homes2Inspire’s Addison House in Nottingham is seeking a Residential Youth Support Worker. You will support daily routines, nurture emotional well-being, and help young people build life skills in a structured residential setting.

We offer full training, funded Level 3 qualification, and clear career progression. Earn from £29,767 with potential sleep-in pay and bonuses; progression to Band 2/3 salary scales with experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Strong, compassionate personality and emotional resilience
• Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins
• Problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset
• Life experience from previous careers or personal challenges
• Willingness to learn and complete funded Level 3 qualification

Responsibilities

• Supporting daily routines, activities, and emotional well-being
• Managing and de-escalating challenging situations with empathy
• Encouraging independence, education, and life skills
• Being a trusted role model—showing patience, resilience, and compassion
• Creating a safe, nurturing, and stable home environment

Skills

Compassionate personality

Emotional resilience

Shift flexibility

Problem-solving

Life experience

Willingness to learn

Education

Funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Homes2Inspire’s Addison House in Nottingham is seeking a Residential Youth Support Worker. You will support daily routines, nurture emotional well-being, and help young people build life skills in a structured residential setting.

We offer full training, funded Level 3 qualification, and clear career progression. Earn from £29,767 with potential sleep-in pay and bonuses; progression to Band 2/3 salary scales with experience and qualifications.