Residential Support Worker

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sleep-in allowance

Ofsted bonus

Enhanced family leave

Recognition vouchers

Overtime opportunities

Career development

Generous annual leave

EAP & wellbeing

Cycle to work

Refer a friend

Job summary

Homes2Inspire, part of the Shaw Trust Group, is hiring a Children’s Residential Support Worker in Wellingborough. The role supports young people with emotional and behavioural needs in a 1-bed home, with a 40-hour weekly contract and sleeping-in shifts.

You’ll safeguard wellbeing, build positive relationships, assist with daily routines, transport to activities, and help develop essential life skills. A full UK driving license is required.

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.
• Full UK driving license is essential.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard and promote the wellbeing of young people in our care.
• Build trusting relationships and act as a positive role model.
• Support daily routines, household tasks, and meal preparation.
• Encourage participation in community activities and hobbies.
• Transport young people to school, medical appointments, and activities.
• Help young people develop life skills, including managing finances.
• Maintain accurate records and paperwork.
• Work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-ins (1–2 per week).

Skills

Compassion

Communication skills

Calm under pressure

Full UK driving license

Willingness to learn

Education

QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare

Job description

Childrens Residential Support Worker

Employer: Homes2Inspire (part of Shaw Trust Group)

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

Salary: £29,767 - £31,579 per annum + sleep-in allowance (£50.00 per sleep)

Location: Wellingborough, NN8

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

Poppy House is a 1 bedded children’s residential home in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire. Supporting children and young people up to the age of 18 with emotional and behavioural needs – the home 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.


• Building trusting relationships and acting as a reliable, positive role model, whilst setting clear boundaries.


• Support with daily routines, household tasks, and meal preparation.


• Encourage participation in community activities and hobbies.


• Transport young people to school, medical appointments, and activities.


• Help young people develop life skills, including managing finances.


• Maintain accurate records and paperwork.


• Work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-ins (1–2 per week).

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.


• Drivers with a FULL UK license are essential.

Hours

Contracted to work 40 hours per week

Sleep in are required on average 1 – 2 per sleep per week.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (£29,767 - £31,579) per annum).


• Sleep-in allowance (£50.00 per sleep).


• 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

We cannot offer sponsorship or part time hours

Drivers with a FULL UK licence are essential

All successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment safer recruitment checks in line with Ofsted regulatory requirements and Homes2Inspire Safer Recruitment Policy.

Candidate applications will be reviewed regularly, and we reserve the right to interview candidates before the advertised closing date of this role