Residential Support Worker – Maternity Cover (Sleep-Ins)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sleep-in allowance

Ofsted Bonus Scheme

Enhanced Family Friendly Leave

Wellbeing support

Cycle to Work

Meals during shifts

Refer a Friend bonus

Job summary

Homes2Inspire, part of Shaw Trust Group, is hiring a Residential Support Worker on a maternity contract to cover 6–9 months. Based in Gravenhurst (MK45), you’ll work 40 hours weekly with 1–2 sleep-ins per week, supporting children and young people up to 18 in a safe, nurturing home.

You’ll contribute to wellbeing, life skills development, and daily care while pursuing QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare. Full UK driving licence essential.

Qualifications

• Caring approach to safeguarding and wellbeing.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard and promote the wellbeing of young people in our care.
• Build trusting relationships and act as a positive role model while setting clear boundaries.
• Assist with daily routines, household tasks and meals.
• 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

Calm under pressure

Full UK driving licence

Education

QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare

Job description

Homes2Inspire, part of Shaw Trust Group, is hiring a Residential Support Worker on a maternity contract to cover 6–9 months. Based in Gravenhurst (MK45), you’ll work 40 hours weekly with 1–2 sleep-ins per week, supporting children and young people up to 18 in a safe, nurturing home.

You’ll contribute to wellbeing, life skills development, and daily care while pursuing QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare. Full UK driving licence essential.