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Senior Support Worker / Team Leader
Job Role
Waking Night Support Worker - Care Leavers
Location
Trevone House, Gloucester (City Centre)
Salary
£30,659 - £32,526 per annum, dependent on experience and qualifications.
Shift Pattern
This is a waking night position, working 12-hour night shifts from 19:30 - 07:30 on a rotational rota of 4 nights on 4 nights off.
Job Description
As a Waking Night Support Worker, you will play a vital role in maintaining a safe, supportive and nurturing environment throughout the night, responding to the needs of young people, completing welfare checks, supporting emotional wellbeing, and ensuring the smooth running of the service outside of daytime hours. Full Job Description Available Upon Request. Homes2Inspire Ltd is part of the Shaw Trust Group, a charity dedicated to transforming the lives of young people and adults across the UK. Trevone House is Gloucestershire County Council's flagship semi-independent accommodation service for young people aged 16-25. We support care leavers to build independence, develop life skills, and create positive pathways into adulthood. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people while helping them navigate some of life's most important transitions. As a Waking Night Support Worker, you will provide overnight support to young people, helping to maintain their safety and wellbeing, responding to any incidents or emergencies, offering reassurance where needed, and ensuring accurate record-keeping throughout the night. You will be an important part of creating a stable and supportive environment where young people feel safe and cared for. Previous experience within this field, or in a related support role, is essential. We also welcome applications from individuals with transferable skills, relevant life experience, and the right values to support vulnerable young people successfully. A full UK driving licence is preferred to support young people with appointments, activities, and community engagement.
What Are We Looking For?
- A passionate and enthusiastic approach to supporting young people.
- A commitment to helping young people achieve positive outcomes and greater independence.
- An understanding of safeguarding and the needs of vulnerable young people.
- Resilience, empathy and the ability to build positive, professional relationships.
- The ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.
- Strong communication and record-keeping skills.
- A willingness to learn and develop within a rewarding but challenging environment.
Your Journey With Homes2Inspire
You’ll be fully supported from day one and provided with the training and qualifications needed to succeed in your role. Before commencing work at Trevone House, you’ll undertake our fully funded two-week induction programme, covering topics including:
- Safeguarding
- Health & Safety
- First Aid
- Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)
- Trauma-Informed Practice
Throughout Your Career, You’ll Benefit From
- Regular supervision, support and mentoring
- Ongoing training and refresher courses
- Professional development opportunities
- Clear career progression pathways across Homes2Inspire and Shaw Trust
The Benefits
- 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays, increasing with service (up to 33 days after 5 years)
- Option to purchase additional annual leave
- Medicash healthcare plan covering dental, optical and specialist treatments
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) with 24/7 support and up to 8 counselling sessions
- Dedicated wellbeing support team with NHS clinical backgrounds
- Shopping, cinema and holiday discounts
- Eligibility to apply for a Blue Light Card
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- £500 Refer a Friend bonus scheme
- Subsidised activities and days out with young people
Important Information
- Right to work checks
- Enhanced DBS check for Children’s and Adults' Workforce (paid for by Homes2Inspire)
- Satisfactory references in line with safer recruitment requirements
Please note: We are not currently able to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
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