Childrens Residential Senior Support Worker – Gravenhurst, Bedfordshire – MK45
Employer: Homes2Inspire (part of Shaw Trust Group)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent, 40 hours per week
Salary: £30,196 - £31,259 per annum (£14.52 - £15.03 per hour) + sleep-in allowance (£46.01 per sleep) + attendance bonus
About Homes2inspire:
Homes2Inspire are one of the UK’s top providers of Children's homes and currently care for over 150 children in 53 homes and 2 two semi -independent leaving care facilities across Bedfordshire, Derbyshire, Gloucestershire, Northamptonshire, Nottinghamshire, Oxfordshire, Somerset, Staffordshire and Worcestershire.
We are proud to be a part of Shaw Trust Group, a charity helping to transform the lives of young people and adults across the UK.
Vacancy:
We have an opportunity for a dedicated and compassionate Senior Support Worker to join our team in Gravenhurst, Bedfordshire. Working within our 2 bedded children’s residential home, you will play a crucial role in supporting and mentoring children and young people; helping them to navigate challenges and achieve their personal goals.
You will be responsible for their safety and well-being; supporting with their daily routines, attending medical appointments, family visits, activity planning, meal preparation and more!
As a Senior Support Worker, you will support the management team and have responsibility for leading a shift, directing roles and responsibilities to support workers, whilst ensuring accurate record keeping is maintained at all times.
Effective communication skills, along with the ability to build relationships with others is vital! We are looking for an individual who can lead by example, uphold standards, and ensure that the safeguarding of children and young people underpins all decisions made.
If you thrive on variety, where every day is different but is equally rewarding, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. With smaller homes and high staff-to-young-person ratios, you will have the chance to build meaningful relationships and make a tangible difference.
What you’ll bring:
1. Minimum of 12 months experience of working within children’s services, preferably supporting children with complex needs.
2. Minimum QCF Level 3 Residential Childcare or equivalent qualification
3. Availability to work on a shift rota system including weekends and bank holidays and sleep ins
4. A full UK Driving Licence is essential.
Personal Qualities Required:
5. Resilience, empathy, and integrity
6. Excellent listening skills, having the patience to support children and your staff team
7. Dedicated and passionate - with a genuine caring nature to support our young people to reach their full potential.
8. Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
9. Can handle challenging situations with patience and a calm demeanour.
What can Homes2Inspire offer you?
10. Competitive salary of £30,196 - £31,259 per annum (£14.52 - £15.03 per hour)
11. Sleep-in allowance (£46.01 per sleep).
12. Attendance bonuses (up to £1,400 per year).
13. Overtime opportunities.
14. Comprehensive training and career development pathways.
15. Generous annual leave, with option to purchase 5 extra days.
16. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and wellbeing support.
17. Unum Healthcare - App-based access to healthcare reimbursements, mental health support, remote GP, and wellbeing perks
18. Aviva Digicare - Access free healthcare services including Digital GP consultation, Annual Health Check and Mental Health Assessments
19. Refer a Friend bonus.
20. Discounts on shopping, cinema, holidays, plus Blue Light Card access.
21. Cycle to Work scheme.
22. Subsidised days out with young people.
23. Recognition awards for long service and attendance.
24. Meals included during shifts.
Important Information
25. Drivers with a full UK licence are preferred.
26. Sleep-ins are required (average 1–2 per week).
27. We cannot offer sponsorship.
28. All successful candidates will undergo safer recruitment checks in line with Ofsted requirements.
How to Apply:
If you are looking for a new job as a Senior Support Worker in Gravenhurst, Bedfordshire and are passionate about making a positive impact – apply now!
29. Please note, all successful candidates will be subject to vetting processes in line with safer recruitment including (but not limited to) an enhanced DBS check for child workforce, employment history check and references.