Senior Youth Support Worker - Lilac

Shaw Trust; Bicester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable organization is seeking a Senior Youth Support Worker in Bicester. In this role, you will lead support staff and promote the wellbeing and safety of children. Candidates must have experience in residential settings and hold QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare. The position offers competitive benefits including annual leave, healthcare reimbursement, and wellbeing support.

Benefits

Opportunities for progression

28 days annual leave, increasing with service

Medicash for healthcare expenses

Employee Assistance Program

Wellbeing support from an internal team

Shopping and cinema discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

'Refer a Friend' scheme with a £500 bonus

Subsidised outings and activities

Meals provided during shifts

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience working with children in a residential setting.
• Willingness to work shift patterns including sleep-in duties.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Assist management in directing support staff.
• Ensure monitoring of children's behaviour and safety.
• Lead by example as a shift leader.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to build relationships

Experience working with children

Education

QCF Level 3 Residential Childcare or equivalent

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Senior Youth Support Worker - Lilac, Bicester

Client: Shaw Trust

Location: Bicester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: d9db49fb25b2

Job Views: 33

Posted: 12.08.2025

Expiry Date: 26.09.2025

Job Description:

Are you an experienced Senior Support Worker or Support Worker with a background in Residential Childcare looking to take the next step up in your career?

Job role: Senior Support Worker

Contract: Full time, Permanent

Location: Bicester, Oxfordshire

Homes2Inspire are seeking a Senior Support Worker for their children’s residential home in Bicester, Oxfordshire.

As a Senior Support Worker, you will assist the management team in directing support staff and ensuring the monitoring of children and young people's behaviour, safety, and well-being.

Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships are essential. As a shift leader, you will lead by example, uphold standards, and prioritize safeguarding.

Requirements:

• Minimum 1 year experience working with children and young people in a residential setting
• QCF Level 3 Residential Childcare or equivalent (as per Ofsted requirements)
• Willingness to work shift patterns including sleep-in duties and overtime
• Full UK driving licence

The Benefits:

Our dedicated teams provide invaluable support to young people, and employees enjoy various benefits:

• Opportunities for progression and cross-organisation development
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays, increasing with service (up to 33 days after 5 years), with options to purchase additional leave
• Medicash: reimbursement for healthcare expenses like dental and optical treatments
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): 24/7 support via phone, SMS, WhatsApp, live chat, plus 8 free counselling sessions
• Wellbeing support from an NHS-trained internal team
• Shopping, cinema, and holiday discounts, including Blue Light Card access for additional savings
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• 'Refer a Friend' scheme with a £500 bonus for successful referrals
• Subsidised outings and activities with young people
• Meals provided during shifts

About us:

Homes2Inspire Ltd is part of Shaw Trust Group, a charity dedicated to transforming lives across the UK. We are committed to excellence in caring for children and young people, ensuring their safety and support daily.