Childrens Residential Support Worker
Location: Adderbury, Oxfordshire, GB, OX17 3
Date Posted: 2026-09-18
Application Deadline: 2026-12-17
Job Details
- Employer: Homes2Inspire (part of Shaw Trust Group)
- Contract: Full-time, Permanent, 40 hours per week
- Salary: £27,976 - £28,650 per annum (£13.45 - £13.77 per hour) + sleep-in allowance (£46.01 per sleep) + £1400 attendance bonus
- Ofsted Rating: Good
- Location: Brackley, NN13
About Homes2Inspire
Homes2Inspire are one of the UKs leading providers of children's homes, caring for over 150 children across 56 homes and 2 semi-independent leaving care facilities. We are proud to be part of the Shaw Trust Group, a charity dedicated to transforming lives across the UK.
About the Home
Ivy House is a 2-bedded children's residential home in Brackley, Northamptonshire NN13. It currently supports children and young people aged 5 to 12 years old. It provides a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment by offering emotional and practical support to help children develop life skills and build confidence.
The Role
As a Residential Support Worker, you will:
- 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, and other healthcare professionals.
- Work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-ins (12 per week).
Note: WE ARE UNABLE TO OFFER SPONSORSHIP OR PART TIME HOURS.
What You'll Bring
- Compassion, patience, and a genuine desire to make a difference.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to remain calm in challenging situations.
- Willingness to work towards QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare (fully funded).
- Honesty, empathy, and a commitment to being a positive role model.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary - £27,976 - £28,650 per annum - £13.45 - £13.77 per hour.
- Sleep-in allowance - £46.01 per sleep.
- Attendance bonuses - up to £1,400 per year.
- Overtime opportunities available.
- 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.
- 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.
- Subsidised days out with young people.
- Recognition awards for long service and attendance.
- Meals included during shifts.
Important Information
- Drivers are preferred.
- Sleep-ins are required (average 12 per week).
- We cannot offer sponsorship or part-time hours.
- All successful candidates will undergo safer recruitment checks in line with Ofsted requirements.
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