The Role
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As a Residential Support Worker, you will:
1. Safeguard and promote the wellbeing of young people in our care.
2. Provide daily care and support, including cooking, cleaning, and encouraging independence in skills like budgeting and shopping.
3. Encourage participation in community activities and hobbies.
4. Maintain a safe environment, following company procedures and Ofsted regulations, including reporting and recording accidents, incidents, or physical interventions.
5. Build positive relationships, acting as a role model to help children manage emotional and behavioural difficulties.
6. Transport young people to school, medical appointments, recreational activities, social outings, and school or college
7. Act as a positive role model, setting clear boundaries and building trust.
8. Maintain accurate records and paperwork, liaising with management, social workers, other healthcare professionals etc.
9. Work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-ins (1–2 per week).
10. Due to the location of the home, drivers with a full UK drivers license are essential.
WE ARE UNABLE TO OFFER SPONSORSHIP OR PART TIME HOURS
What You’ll Bring
11. Compassion, patience, and a genuine desire to make a difference.
12. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
13. Ability to remain calm in challenging situations.
14. Willingness to work towards QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare (fully funded).
15. Honesty, empathy, and a commitment to being a positive role model.
What We Offer
16. Competitive salary - £27,976 - £28,650 per annum - £13.45 - £13.77 per hour.
17. Sleep-in allowance - £46.01 per sleep.
18. Attendance bonuses - up to £1,400 per year.
19. Overtime opportunities available.
20. Comprehensive training and career development pathways.
21. Generous annual leave, with option to purchase 5 extra days.
22. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and wellbeing support.
23. Unum Healthcare - App-based access to healthcare reimbursements, mental health support, remote GP, and wellbeing perks
24. Aviva Digicare - Access free healthcare services including Digital GP consultation, Annual Health Check and Mental Health Assessments
25. Refer a Friend bonus.
26. Discounts on shopping, cinema, holidays, plus Blue Light Card access.
27. Cycle to Work scheme.
28. Subsidised days out with young people.
29. Recognition awards for long service and attendance.
30. Meals included during shifts.
Important Information
31. Drivers are essential
32. Sleep-ins are required (average 1–2 per week).
33. We cannot offer sponsorship.
34. All successful candidates will undergo safer recruitment checks in line with Ofsted requirements.
How to Apply
If you’re looking for a new job in Brackley, Northamptonshire - NN13 and are passionate about making a positive impact in young people’s lives, apply today!
Please Note:
35. All successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment safer recruitment checks in line with Ofsted regulatory requirements and Homes2Inspire Safer Recruitment Policy.
36. Candidate applications will be reviewed regularly, and we reserve the right to interview candidates before the advertised closing date of this role.