Residential Youth Support Worker - Sapphire House (Worksop)

Homes2inspire Ltd; Worksop; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's residential care organization in the UK is seeking a Senior Support Worker to lead shifts, mentor staff, and support vulnerable young people aged 5-18. The ideal candidate should have a QCF Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare, experience in a similar environment, and the ability to foster nurturing relationships. This role offers a range of benefits including training, an attendance bonus, and a structured career progression towards management roles.

Benefits

Annual attendance bonus

Paid induction training

Level 5 Diploma funding

28 days annual leave

Free meals during shifts

Employee discounts

Well-being support

Christmas voucher

Qualifications

• Experience supporting vulnerable young people in a residential setting is essential.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and handle dynamic situations.
• Desire and opportunity for further qualification in management.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and manage day-to-day operations.
• Support and mentor team members to promote best practices.
• Organize activities that encourage young residents' growth.

Skills

Compassionate leadership

Emotional resilience

Relationship building

Flexibility

Education

QCF Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare

Job description

Are you ready to take the next step in your career and lead by example in a trauma-informed residential setting? Do you have experience supporting young people and want to help shape a safe, nurturing home environment where both staff and residents thrive?

At Homes2Inspire, we're looking for compassionate, confident leaders who can guide teams and support young people with empathy, structure, and resilience. If you're passionate about making a difference and want to grow within a values-led organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

What the Role Involves

As a Senior Support Worker, you'll play a key leadership role in the home. You'll be responsible for:

• Leading shifts and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations
• Supporting and mentoring Support Workers and Waking Night staff
• Building strong, trusting relationships with young people
• Promoting best practice and professional development across the team
• Organising meaningful activities that promote joy, learning, and growth
• Maintaining high standards of documentation and safeguarding

About Sapphire House

Sapphire House is a residential 1 bed bungalow in Worksop, located near the A57. The home provides emergency placements and operates in a dynamic, fast-paced environment - ideal for someone who thrives under pressure and can think on their feet.

As part of our committed staff team, you'll play a vital role in supporting vulnerable young people aged 5-18. Our approach is trauma-informed, and we focus on creating a safe, stable, and nurturing environment where young people can grow, heal, and reach their full potential.

Our young people enjoy:

• Getting creative in the kitchen with baking
• Horse riding and spending time with animals
• Exploring fashion, shopping trips, and social media fun

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Ideal candidates will have:

• A strong, compassionate personality and leadership qualities
• Emotional resilience and the ability to stay calm under pressure
• Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins
• Experience supporting vulnerable young people in a residential setting
• A QCF Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare (essential)
• A desire to grow-opportunities to complete a fully funded Level 5 qualification available

• 3 weeks of paid induction training
• Funded Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management in Residential Childcare
• Structured career progression into management 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

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 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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