As a Residential Youth Support Worker, you will: + Be a trusted guide and mentor to young people, helping them navigate life's challenges. + Provide hands-on care and emotional support, ensuring the physical and mental well-being of those in our care. + Work alongside a multidisciplinary team to create tailored support plans. + Facilitate daily activities, medication administration, and recreational outings. + Build nurturing relationships to empower young people to grow and develop. Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities Include: + Establishing trust and rapport with young people who have experienced trauma. + Encouraging positive behaviours and emotional resilience. + Organising activities that promote social, emotional, and cognitive development. + Maintaining detailed records and collaborating with healthcare and educational professionals. + Embracing a culture of continuous reflection and self-care to deliver the best outcomes.
+ Compassionate individuals with a genuine drive to make a difference. + Experience supporting young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs (desirable, not essential as full training is provided) + A willingness to complete (or already hold) a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare. + Flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends and sleep-ins. + Strong communication skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
Make a Real Impact in Young Lives - Be Part of the Homes & Horizons Project Are you passionate about transforming young lives? Do you want to be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to providing safe, nurturing environments for young people? At Homes2Inspire, we are more than just a residential care provider - we are driving positive change through our Homes & Horizons project in partnership with Somerset Council, ensuring every child in our care has a stable, supportive environment tailored to their needs. Why Choose Homes2Inspire? We're not just one of the UK's leading providers in residential childcare; we are also the only charity-owned provider in the Ofsted Top 10. This means every step we take is dedicated to reinvesting in our people and the young lives we touch. With the Homes & Horizons initiative, you'll play an essential role in delivering trauma-informed care to young people with complex needs, helping them find their way to a brighter future., By joining Homes2Inspire, you'll become part of a charity-owned organisation dedicated to making a real difference. Whether you're looking to build a career in residential care or take the next step towards leadership, we want to help you grow and succeed. Ready to transform lives? Apply today or reach out to our careers team for more information
+ 3 weeks of off-the-job training to fully equip you for the role. + Opportunities for continued professional development and support in gaining your QCF Level 3 qualification. Competitive Benefits + Additional earning potential of up to
* £1,400 per year through our attendance bonus scheme.
+ 28 days of annual leave, increasing with service (up to 33 days). + Medicash plan for dental, optical, and specialist healthcare. + Wellbeing support, including 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program and free counselling sessions. + Awards & Recognition: Celebrate your successes with Long Service and Non-Absence awards. + Discounts and perks through the Blue Light card, subsidized activities with young people, and Cycle to Work schemes. + Free meals during your shifts to keep you fuelled., + Successful candidates will undergo safer recruitment checks, including an Enhanced DBS. + Applicants must be at least 3 years older than the oldest young person in the home. + Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time.