Residential Youth Support Worker

Shaw Trust; Malvern; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Shaw Trust est à la recherche d'un Residential Youth Support Worker à Malvern. Dans ce rôle, vous aurez un impact significatif sur la vie de jeunes en besoin de soutien social et émotionnel. Vous serez chargé de créer un environnement sûr et accueillant, et d'encourager les jeunes à atteindre leurs objectifs à travers le soutien quotidien et des activités récréatives. Shaw Trust offre une formation, un développement professionnel continu et divers avantages comme un bonus de présence.

Benefits

28 jours de congés annuels inclus les jours fériés

3 semaines de formation hors travail

Opportunité de réaliser une qualification QCF niveau 3

Bonus d'assiduité pouvant aller jusqu'à 1400 £ par an

Programme d'assistance aux employés disponible 24h/24

Référer un ami pour gagner 500 £

Réductions sur les sorties au cinéma et les vacances

Repas inclus durant les quarts

Qualifications

• Expérience antérieure en soutien aux jeunes est un plus.
• Aptitude à travailler des horaires flexibles, y compris le soir et le week-end.
• Rôle de modèle positif requis.

Responsibilities

• Fournir des soins quotidiens et un soutien aux jeunes.
• Construire des relations solides avec les jeunes pour promouvoir leur bien-être.
• Collaborer avec une équipe pluridisciplinaire.

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Resilience

Education

Qualification QCF level 3 in Residential Childcare

Job description

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Residential Youth Support Worker, Malvern

Client:

Shaw Trust

Location:

Malvern, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

27.06.2025

Expiry Date:

11.08.2025

Job Description:

The Role:

As a Residential Youth Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in the lives of young people who require social, emotional, and mental health support. Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing day-to-day care and support to young people.
• Assisting in daily routines to ensure their well-being.
• Encouraging engagement with educational support and homework.
• Organising and participating in recreational activities.
• Creating a safe and welcoming environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build strong relationships with young people, promoting trust and emotional well-being.
• Empower and motivate them to achieve their goals and overcome challenges.
• Foster a positive and supportive atmosphere within the home.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the best outcomes for the young people in your care.

What you’ll bring:

• Compassion, patience, and a genuine desire to make a difference in young people’s lives.
• A willingness to work towards or current qualification in QCF level 3 in Residential Childcare.
• Previous experience working with children or young people is a plus but not mandatory.
• Resilience to be able to deal with challenging situations.
• Positive role model – honesty and empathy are a must.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

What We Offer:

• The chance to have a meaningful impact on the lives of young people
• 3 weeks of off-the-job training with an extensive training course and support to prepare you for the role
• Funded opportunity to achieve QCF Level 3 Residential Childcare qualification
• Continued professional development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Attendance bonus scheme offers earning potential of an additional £1400 per annum (following successful probation period)
• 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays with increases with length of service (up to 33 days after 5 years’ service) and ability to purchase additional annual leave
• Opportunity to achieve QCF Level 3 Residential Childcare qualification
• Awards & Recognition - From Long Service Awards to Non-Absence Awards, we recognise the hard work and effort our people put and ensure we reward where we can
• Medicash - claim back an annual cost of everyday healthcare, such as dental, optical treatment and specialist treatment for yourself and your family members
• Wellbeing Support - Employee Assistant Program (EAP) 24/7 access to support via phone, sms, whatsapp and live chat. 8 free counselling sessions/short-term solutions provided. There is also an internal health and wellbeing team who are on hand and available to provide professional help and support during difficult times
• ‘Refer a Friend’ scheme where employees can earn a £500.00 bonus every time for referring the right candidate to us
• Shopping, Cinema and Holiday discounts – you can also sign up to the Blue Light discount card for £4.99 for 2 years to access additional online and retail savings
• Cycle to Work Scheme – A cost-effective solution to getting new cycling equipment
• Subsidised days out and activities with our young people
• Meals included during shifts

If you are passionate about helping young people reach their full potential and believe you have the qualities we are looking for in a Residential Youth Support Worker, we would love to hear from you.

Please note:

• All successful candidates will be subject to a vetting process in line with safer recruitment requirements. This includes right to work checks, Enhanced DBS Check for Children and Adults workforce (H2I will cover the cost of this check) and satisfactory reference checks in line with safer recruitment requirements.
• Homes2Inspire and Shaw Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.
• Ofsted regulations outline that support workers working with children and young people must be 3 years older than the oldest young person within the home e.g., if a young person in the home was turning 18, you would need to be 21 at a minimum.
• We are not able to support visa sponsorship applications.
• Homes2Inspire is dedicated to supporting care leavers by offering guaranteed job interviews if you meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Homes2Inspire is the only Ofsted Top 10 residential childcare provider that is charity-owned. To learn more about us and all available opportunities, please visit or contact the careers team at 01788 487057.