Senior Support Worker

Job description

Children’s Senior Support Worker

Employer:         Homes2Inspire (part of Shaw Trust Group)

Contract:           Full-time, Permanent, 40 hours per week

Location:           Desborough, Northamptonshire – NN14

Salary:               £32,743 - £34,737 per annum, + sleep-in allowance - £50.00 per sleep

Ofsted:              Good in all areas

Are you an experienced Children's Residential Support Worker looking to progress your career or are you a Senior Support Worker or Team Leader who is looking for a new challenge?

Do you have the resilience, leadership skills and passion needed to support young people who have experienced trauma and adversity?

We're looking for a Senior Residential Support Worker to join our established children's home in Desborough, Northamptonshire.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys being hands-on in supporting young people while helping to lead shifts, develop staff and maintain high standards of care and safeguarding.

About Homes2inspire:

Homes2inspire, are part of Shaw Trust Group, a charity dedicated to transforming lives across the UK.

Since opening our first home in 2007, Homes2Inspire has grown to become the UK's largest charity-owned provider of residential children's homes.  We support over 150 children across 54 homes and 2 semi-independent leaving care facilities and high-needs foster care provision.

With ambitious growth plans for 2026 / 2027, we are looking for exceptional team members to be part of our exciting journey.

Vacancy:

As a Senior Support Worker at Lansdowne House, you will provide support for up to 5 children who live in our children’s residential home. 

Our home provides a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment by offering emotional and practical support to help children and young people develop life skills and build confidence.  

You will assist the management team and take responsibility for leading a shift, directing roles and responsibilities to support workers - ensuring the monitoring of children and young people’s behaviour, safety, and well-being at all times. 

Effective communication skills, along with the ability to build relationships with others are 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.

Core responsibilities:

• Safeguard and promote the wellbeing of young people in our care.
• Provide daily care and support, including cooking, cleaning, and encouraging independence in skills like budgeting and shopping.
• Encourage participation in community activities and hobbies.
• Maintain a safe environment, following company procedures and Ofsted regulations, including reporting and recording accidents, incidents, or physical interventions.
• Build positive relationships, acting as a role model to help children manage emotional and behavioural difficulties.
• Transport young people to school, medical appointments, recreational activities, social outings, and school or college
• Act as a positive role model, setting clear boundaries and building trust.
• Maintain accurate records and paperwork, liaising with management, social workers, other healthcare professionals etc.
• Work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-ins (1–2 per week).

What you’ll bring:

• Minimum of 12 months experience of working within a children’s setting
• QCF Level 3 Residential Childcare or equivalent qualification, (or at least 50% way through)
• Availability to work on a shift rota system including weekends and bank holidays and sleeps
• A full UK Driving Licence is essential.

Personal Qualities Required:

• Resilience, empathy, and integrity.
• Excellent listening skills, having the patience to support children and staff team.
• Dedicated and passionate - with a genuine caring nature to support our young people to reach their full potential.
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal and able to keep accurate records.
• Can handle challenging situations with patience and a calm demeanour.

What can Homes2Inspire offer you?

Competitive salary of £32,743 - £34,737 per annum

Sleep-in allowance (£50.00 per sleep).

Ofsted Bonus Scheme for homes achieving Good or Outstanding inspection outcomes.

Enhanced Family Friendly Leave.

Award and Recognition Vouchers celebrating outstanding performance and achievements.

Fully funded industry qualifications

Comprehensive training and career development pathways.

Generous annual leave, with option to purchase 5 extra days.

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and wellbeing support.

Unum Healthcare - App-based access to healthcare reimbursements, mental health support, remote GP, and wellbeing perks

Aviva Digicare - Access free healthcare services including Digital GP consultation, Annual Health Check and Mental Health Assessments

Refer a Friend bonus.

Discounts on shopping, cinema, holidays, plus Blue Light Card access.

Cycle to Work scheme.

How to Apply:

If you’re looking for a new job as a Senior Support Worker in Desborough, Northamptonshire and are passionate about making a positive impact – apply now!

Please Note:

All successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment safer recruitment checks in line with Ofsted regulatory requirements and Homes2Inspire Safer Recruitment Policy.

Candidate applications will be reviewed regularly, and we reserve the right to interview candidates before the advertised closing date of this role.

Reference 225833426

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