Residential Youth Support Worker - Minster House (New Service)

TN United Kingdom; Newark on Trent; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Residential Youth Support Worker to join their dedicated team. This role is centered around supporting young people with mental health challenges and special needs in a nurturing environment. With a focus on providing guidance and stability, you will play a crucial role in helping these individuals reach their potential. The position offers a full-time, permanent contract with a competitive salary and numerous benefits, including opportunities for professional progression and generous annual leave. If you are passionate about making a difference in young people's lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

28 days annual leave

Healthcare cash plans

Mental health support

Discounts

Cycle schemes

Referral bonuses

Subsidised activities

Shift meals

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting young people's mental health and special needs.
• Commitment to shift work including sleep-in duties.

Responsibilities

• Provide stability and support to vulnerable young people.
• Help young people overcome challenges in a trauma-informed setting.

Skills

Willingness to work towards QCF Level 3

Experience in CAMHS or mental health nursing

Full UK driving licence

Education

QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare

Job description

Join Our Team as a Residential Youth Support Worker!

Job Role: Residential Youth Support Worker

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Shift Pattern: Earlies/Lates/Long days and sleep-ins on a rotational schedule

Location: Southwell, Nottinghamshire

Salary: £25,798 - £30,048.12 per annum (including attendance allowance of £1,400 and 1 sleep-in per week at £44.56 each)

Homes2Inspire seeks a Residential Youth Support Worker for a new residential bungalow in Southwell, Nottinghamshire. This role offers a meaningful opportunity to support young people's mental health and special needs, with experience in CAMHS or mental health nursing preferred but not mandatory.

As part of our dedicated team, you will provide stability, guidance, and support to vulnerable young people in a trauma-informed setting, helping them overcome challenges and reach their potential.

*Full job description available on request*

Requirements:

• Willingness to work towards a QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare
• Commitment to shift work including sleep-in duties and overtime
• Full UK driving licence

The Benefits:

Our staff enjoy opportunities for progression, 28 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years), healthcare cash plans, mental health support, discounts, cycle schemes, referral bonuses, subsidised activities, and shift meals.

Additional Notes:

• Pre-employment checks in line with Ofsted and our policies
• No sponsorship offered
• Applications reviewed regularly; early interviews possible
• Information may be shared with Nottingham County Council during recruitment
• In-person interviews during assessment days; contact us for accessibility needs

We promote diversity and inclusion, encourage applications from minority groups, and support care leavers with guaranteed interviews if eligible. We especially welcome male applicants to address under-representation.

For questions or to request a full job description, contact our Careers Team at or 01788 487057.