Support Worker - Children's Residential Home

£25,798 - £26,331 per annum (£12.40 - £12.66 per hour) plus company benefits

£44.56 per sleep in / £1,400 per annum attendance bonus

Bicester, Oxfordshire

About Homes2inspire:

Homes2Inspire are one of the UK’s top providers of Children's homes and are dedicated to creating a brighter future for the young people in our care. We 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 currently have full time, permanent opportunities for youth support workers within our children’s residential homes in Bicester. We operate 4 homes in Bicester, ranging from 2 bedded to 3 bedded homes.

As a youth support worker, you will be responsible for the supervision of our young people within the home; working closely with a dedicated staff team, you will be involved in providing a nurturing and supportive environment for young people in our care and help them reach their full potential. We are looking for individuals who are passionate and caring and have a keen interest in positive outcomes for children and young people and can act as a positive role model.

Every day is different, and you will support our young people with a variety of activities both in the home and outside, taking them to school, appointments and always ensuring their safety and wellbeing.

Each child we support is unique and they enjoy a range of activities such as swimming, walking, baking, cooking, sporting activities, listening to music/ audio books, puzzles, playing Lego, playing board games etc. We are looking for individuals who are creative with ideas, outgoing and encourage participation in new activities.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate to the young people the value of education, care and development to achieve better outcomes
• Build and create mutual trust and respect with young people in order that they respond and react appropriately to information and advice
• Define structures and boundaries of behaviour to young people, acting as a positive role model, so they understand daily routines expected.
• Produce, maintain and distribute house paperwork to ensure relevant information is recorded accurately and is available.
• Support and analyse young people’s behaviour to encourage them to participate in a positive structured routine.
• Create and produce activities to occupy and develop young people in order that they gain life skills and education on an informed basis
• Maintain knowledge of and apply the relevant legislative, regulative and standards against inspection framework requirements.
• Provide basic advice and skills to young people on managing their finances and other everyday life skills.

What you’ll bring:

• Compassion, patience, and a genuine desire to make a difference in young people’s lives.
• A willingness to work towards QCF level 3 in Residential Childcare.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends to meet operational needs of the home
• Positive role model - honesty and empathy are a must.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle challenging situations with patience and a calm demeanour.
• A full UK Driver’s license

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary of £25,798 - £26,331 per annum (£12.40 / £12.66 per hour)
• Attendance bonus, with the potential to earn an additional £1,400 per annum.
• £44.56 per sleep in plus ability to work extra overtime
• Generous annual leave entitlement, with the option to purchase an extra 5 days leave per year
• Comprehensive training course to start you in your career with Homes2inspire.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Wellbeing Support - Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) available 24/7 and an Internal wellbeing team who are on hand to provide professional and practical help and support.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the organisation including further training and promotional opportunities.
• Family friendly, flexible working patterns to ensure a good work life balance.
• Medicash - claim back an annual cost of everyday healthcare such as dental, optical treatment and specialist treatment for yourself and family members.
• Refer a Friend scheme - Earn a £500 bonus each time you refer the right candidate to us.
• Shopping, Cinema and Holiday discounts - You can also sign up for the Blue Light card offering additional online and in store savings.
• Cycle to Work scheme which offers a cost-effective way of getting new cycling equipment.
• Subsidised days out with our children and young people, creating lasting memories!
• Recognition for your hard work, including Long Service and Non-Absence Awards
• Meals included during shifts.

How to Apply:

If you are looking for a new job as a Support Worker in Bicester, Oxfordshire 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.