Residential Youth Support Worker - Kimber House - Part Time

At Homes2Inspire, we are dedicated to creating a brighter future for the young people in our care. As a Residential Youth Support Worker in our children's homes, you will be a key part of a close-knit team committed to providing stability, guidance, and support for vulnerable young people. Your role will be to empower them to overcome challenges and achieve their full potential in a trauma-informed setting.

What You'll Do:

+ Build positive, nurturing relationships with young people, helping them navigate complex emotions and behaviours.
+ Assist with daily routines, medication administration, and ensure the well-being of each young person.
+ Organize and participate in recreational activities that foster a supportive atmosphere and promote healing.
+ Work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including healthcare professionals to ensure holistic care and the best outcomes for the young people you support.

+ A Passion for Helping Others: Compassion, patience, and a genuine desire to make a difference in young people's lives.
+ Experience and Dedication: Previous experience providing emotional and behavioural support is highly desirable, but a willingness to learn and grow is essential.
+ Flexibility and Resilience: The ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to meet the needs of the home.
+ Qualifications: A willingness to work towards or a current qualification in QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare.

Salary: £25,798 - £26,331 per annum (base salary). With an earning potential of £29,515.12 - £30,048.12 (inclusive of on average 1 sleep in per week & your attendance allowance of £1,400 per annum).

Shift Pattern: Earlies/Late/Long days and sleep-ins on a rotational schedule

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people? Do you want to be part of a team that provides a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment for children who have experienced trauma? If so, we want to hear from you!, + Impactful Work: Make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people every day.
+ Comprehensive Training: 3 weeks of off-the-job paid training with an extensive course to prepare you for the role.
+ Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and advancement, including a funded QCF Level 3 Residential Childcare qualification.
+ Supportive Environment: Join a collaborative team that values your well-being and personal growth.
+ H2I Benefits: learning and development - ability to complete a fully funded QCF L3 in Residential Childcare, wellbeing support, Access to Medicash, Access to Aviva Digicare and ability to purchase additional annual leave.

Additional Perks:

+ Refer a Friend Bonus: Earn £500 for every successful referral.
+ Discounts: Enjoy shopping, cinema, and holiday discounts, plus access to the Blue Light discount card.
+ Cycle to Work Scheme: Get new cycling equipment in a cost-effective way.
+ Subsidised Activities: Participate in fun days out with our young people, with meals included during shifts.

Please Note:

All successful candidates will undergo a vetting process, including right to work checks, Enhanced DBS Check, and reference checks. Due to Ofsted regulations, you must be at least 21 years old if the oldest young person in the home is turning 18. Unfortunately, we cannot sponsor visa applications.

Pay Explained: £25,798.00-£29,515.00 per year (unqualified) & £26,331.00 - £30,048.00 (qualified).