Residential Youth Support Worker - Holly House

Shaw Trust; Hasland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive care organization in Hasland is seeking a dedicated Residential Support Worker to support young individuals who have faced trauma. This role involves promoting emotional well-being, encouraging independence, and providing a nurturing environment. Ideal candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills, emotional resilience, and be flexible with shift patterns. Benefits include a £1,400 annual attendance bonus, free meals during shifts, and structured career progression. Full training and a funded Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare will be offered.

Benefits

£1,400 annual attendance bonus

Free meals during shifts

Employee benefits on shopping and cinema

24/7 well-being support

Christmas voucher of up to £200

Qualifications

• Strong emotional intelligence and willingness to learn.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins.
• Prior experience in care or related fields is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support young people's daily routines and well-being.
• Manage challenging situations with empathy.
• Encourage independence, education, and life skills.

Skills

Compassionate personality

Emotional resilience

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work under pressure

Flexibility in shift work

Education

Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare

Job description

What the Role Involves

As a Residential Support Worker, you'll be a vital part of a team supporting young people who have experienced trauma. Your role will be dynamic, challenging, and deeply rewarding. You'll be responsible for:

• 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

About Holly House

Holly House is a warm and welcoming home located in Chesterfield (S40), providing care and support for up to 5 young people with Emotional and Behavioral Difficulties (EBD). Opened in February 2015, Holly House offers a safe, comfortable, and nurturing environment where children can thrive.

We welcome applicants from all walks of life. What matters most is your attitude, emotional intelligence, and willingness to learn. Ideal candidates will have:

• A 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
• A desire to grow – full training and a funded Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare provided
• Structured career progression into senior roles
• £1,400 annual attendance bonus + sleep‑in payments (£44.56 per shift)
• 28 days annual leave (increasing with service)
• Free meals during shifts
• Employee benefits including discounts on shopping, cinema, and holidays
• 24/7 well‑being support, including free counselling sessions
• Christmas voucher of up to £200, based on length of service and contracted hours, to recognise the 24/7 care you provide year‑round

Upcoming Assessment Day

Our next in‑person recruitment assessment day will take place in December 2025.

Important Information

• We do not offer sponsorship or support with right to work.
• All applicants must have their own right to work in the UK, permitting them to work 40 hours per week.
• All successful candidates will undergo pre‑employment safer recruitment checks in line with Ofsted and Homes2Inspire policies.
• Applications are reviewed regularly, and interviews may be held before the advertised closing date.
• Interviews will take place in person during scheduled assessment days. Please contact our Careers Team if you require reasonable adjustments.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

At Homes2Inspire, we're proud to foster a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We actively encourage applications from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, and welcome individuals with lived experience of disability or social exclusion.

We also offer guaranteed interviews for care leavers who meet the minimum role requirements – please let us know in your application if you have lived‑in care experience.

Male staff are currently under‑represented in our residential children’s services, and we strongly encourage more male applicants to apply.

We aim to match candidates with the most suitable service based on their skills, experience, and the needs of the young people in our care. In some cases, this may mean offering employment at a different home than originally applied for.

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