Residential Childcare Worker - Sleep-Ins & Growth

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 career development

Generous annual leave

EAP and wellbeing support

Job summary

Homes2Inspire, part of Shaw Trust Group, is seeking a Residential Support Worker in Bicester, Oxfordshire. The role supports young people up to 18, with a 40-hour week, sleep-ins, and full-time permanent contract. Salary range £29,767–£31,359 plus sleep-in allowances and benefits.

The home, Harris House, holds Ofsted Good rating and provides a safe, nurturing environment with training and development opportunities. Driving licence required.

Qualifications

• Compassion, patience and a genuine desire to help young people.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to stay calm in challenging situations.
• Willingness to work toward QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Communication

Calm under pressure

Honesty

Empathy

Education

QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare

Job description

Homes2Inspire, part of Shaw Trust Group, is seeking a Residential Support Worker in Bicester, Oxfordshire. The role supports young people up to 18, with a 40-hour week, sleep-ins, and full-time permanent contract. Salary range £29,767–£31,359 plus sleep-in allowances and benefits.

The home, Harris House, holds Ofsted Good rating and provides a safe, nurturing environment with training and development opportunities. Driving licence required.