Residential Youth Support Specialist — Growth & Training

Shaw Trust; Wendover; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks paid induction training

Funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential

28 days annual leave

Attendance bonus

Job summary

Homes2Inspire is seeking a Residential Youth Support Worker to help vulnerable young people in Nottinghamshire. You will support daily routines, education, and emotional well-being in a warm, nurturing home environment. Training is provided and progression opportunities are clear, with a funded Level 3 Diploma available.

Role requires empathy, resilience, and flexibility to work shifts including sleep-ins. We offer a structured career path, paid induction, attendance bonuses, and excellent

Qualifications

• Strong, compassionate personality.
• Emotional resilience and the ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins.
• Problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset.
• Life experience from previous careers or personal challenges.
• Desire to grow - funded Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare provided.

Responsibilities

• Supporting daily routines, activities, and emotional well-being
• Managing and de-escalating challenging situations with empathy
• Encouraging independence, education, and life skills
• Being a trusted role model—showing patience, resilience, and compassion
• Creating a safe, nurturing, and stable home environment

Skills

Compassionate personality

Emotional resilience

Flexibility to work shifts

Problem solving

Proactive mindset

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Homes2Inspire is seeking a Residential Youth Support Worker to help vulnerable young people in Nottinghamshire. You will support daily routines, education, and emotional well-being in a warm, nurturing home environment. Training is provided and progression opportunities are clear, with a funded Level 3 Diploma available.

Role requires empathy, resilience, and flexibility to work shifts including sleep-ins. We offer a structured career path, paid induction, attendance bonuses, and excellent