Residential Support Worker

Shaw Trust; Daventry; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sleep-in allowance

Ofsted bonus scheme

Enhanced family friendly leave

EAP & wellbeing support

Cycle to Work scheme

Job summary

Homes2Inspire, part of Shaw Trust Group, seeks a Children’s Residential Support Worker in Daventry to provide daily care and support for young people up to 18. You will foster independence, supervise activities, and maintain a safe, nurturing environment aligned with Ofsted standards.

Role requires safeguarding focus, strong interpersonal skills, and flexibility for evenings, weekends, sleep-ins. QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare is encouraged and funded.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard and promote the wellbeing of young people in our care.
• Provide daily care and support, 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 managing emotions and behaviour.
• Transport young people to school, medical appointments, activities, and outings.
• Maintain accurate records and liaise with management, social workers and other professionals.
• Work flexibly including evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-ins (1–2 per week).
• Drivers with a full UK license are essential.

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Calm under pressure

Honesty

Empathy

Education

QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare

Job description

Childrens Residential Support Worker

Employer: Homes2Inspire (part of Shaw Trust Group)

Location: Daventry, Northamptonshire – NN11

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

Salary: £29,767 - £31,579 annum, plus £50.00 sleep-in allowance, Ofsted Bonus Scheme for homes achieving Good or Outstanding inspection outcomes

Ofsted: Good

About Homes2Inspire

Homes2inspire, are part of Shaw Trust Group, a charity dedicated to transforming lives across the UK.

Since opening our first home in 2007, Homes2Inspire has grown to become the UK's largest charity-owned provider of residential children's homes. We support over 150 children across 54 homes and 2 semi-independent leaving care facilities and high-needs foster care provision.

With ambitious growth plans for 2026 / 2027, we are looking for exceptional team members to be part of our exciting journey.

About the Home

Danetree House is a 2 bedded children’s residential home in Daventry – NN11. Supporting children and young people up to the age of 18, it provides a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment by offering emotional and practical support to help children develop life skills and build confidence.

The Role

• 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).
• Drivers with a full UK license 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 (£29,767 - £31,579) per annum).
• £50.00 per sleep in
• Ofsted Bonus Scheme for homes achieving Good or Outstanding inspection outcomes.
• Enhanced Family Friendly Leave.
• Award and Recognition Vouchers celebrating outstanding performance and achievements.
• 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

• Drivers are essential
• Sleep‑ins are required (average 1–2 per week).
• We cannot offer sponsorship or part time hours
• All successful candidates will undergo safer recruitment checks in line with Ofsted requirements.