Empowering Children's Residential Support Worker

Homes2inspire Ltd; Folly Gate; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ofsted Bonus Scheme

Fully funded Level 3 Diploma in Resid.

28 days annual leave

Free meals on shift

Blue Light Card eligibility

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts

Job summary

Homes2Inspire Ltd. is seeking compassionate, resilient individuals to support children in a residential setting. The role involves building trust, providing day-to-day care, and helping children gain life skills within a safe home environment.

Full-time, permanent position near Crewkerne with opportunities for progression and a funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare. Sleep-ins and weekend shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children, young people, or adults with complex needs, emotional and behavioural difficulties, or behaviours that challenge.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A genuine passion for helping children achieve positive outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Building positive, trusting relationships with children and young people.
• Providing day‑to‑day care, guidance, and emotional support.
• Supporting children to develop confidence, independence, and life skills.
• Encouraging involvement in education, hobbies, activities, and community opportunities.
• Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children at all times.
• Managing challenging situations using therapeutic and child‑centred approaches.
• Working alongside colleagues and partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes.
• Celebrating children's achievements and milestones along the way.

Skills

Emotional resilience

Communication skills

Passion for children

Full UK licence

Shift work

Sleep-ins

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (if not held)

Job description

Homes2Inspire Ltd. is seeking compassionate, resilient individuals to support children in a residential setting. The role involves building trust, providing day-to-day care, and helping children gain life skills within a safe home environment.

Full-time, permanent position near Crewkerne with opportunities for progression and a funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare. Sleep-ins and weekend shifts may be required.