Flexible Bank Children's Residential Support Worker

Shaw Trust; Bicester; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Medicash Healthcare Plan

Blue Light Card eligibility

Cycle-to-work scheme

Refer a Friend bonus £500

Job summary

Homes2Inspire, part of Shaw Trust, is seeking Bank Residential Support Workers to provide essential care across our homes during annual leave, sickness, training and emergencies. You will support children and young people, build positive relationships, assist with routines, education and independence, and contribute to care planning while maintaining safe, nurturing environments.

This is a zero-hours bank role with flexible shifts including long day, sleep-in, early and late shifts, weekends and

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children, young people or vulnerable individuals in a professional capacity.
• Genuine passion for helping children and young people achieve positive outcomes.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Resilience, emotional maturity and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare or equivalent Health & Social Care qualification, or willingness to work towards this.
• GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Maths.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Support children and young people within our residential homes.
• Build positive relationships and act as a positive role model.
• Assist with daily routines, activities, appointments and education.
• Support young people to develop independence and life skills.
• Provide emotional support and trauma-informed care.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to care planning.
• Provide cover during staff absence, annual leave and emergencies.

Skills

Communication

Relationship building

Resilience

Calm under pressure

Passion for helping children

Driving licence

Education

QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare

GCSEs (English & Maths)

Job description

Homes2Inspire, part of Shaw Trust, is seeking Bank Residential Support Workers to provide essential care across our homes during annual leave, sickness, training and emergencies. You will support children and young people, build positive relationships, assist with routines, education and independence, and contribute to care planning while maintaining safe, nurturing environments.

This is a zero-hours bank role with flexible shifts including long day, sleep-in, early and late shifts, weekends and