Youth Support Worker

Support Worker – Children’s Residential Care Home * Full-time, Permanent – 40 hours per week * Gravenhurst, Bedfordshire * £25,798 - £26,331 per annum (£12.40 - £12.66 per hour) * Additional Pay of £44.56 per sleep in * Bonus: Opportunity to earn £1,400 attendance bonus (paid quarterly) * Please note, we cannot offer sponsorship at this present time * Drivers are essential / must hold full UK driver’s license About Homes2inspire: Homes2Inspire are one of the UK’s top providers of Children's homes and 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 have an opportunity for a support worker, based at our 2 bedded children’s residential home in Gravenhurst, Bedfordshire. The home currently supports two young people – ages 14 and 17; both like taking part of a variety of activities such as baking, listening to audio books, going out for drives and walks, going to the cinema etc. Previous experience supporting individuals with ADHD / Autism would be an advantage, however, is not essential. The home is not close to any transport links; therefore drivers are essential. As a support worker, you will be responsible for the supervision of young people within the children’s home; providing advice, care and stability for our young people, ensuring they are treated equally and provided with equal opportunities on a daily basis. Core Duties and Responsibilities: - Ensure the protection and safeguard the wellbeing of the young people in our care. - Support with day to day tasks within the home, such as meal preparation, laundry, cleaning, daily routines. - Support and encourage involvement with activities both within the home as well as out in the community. - Taking our young people to school or to medical appointments, activities etc. - Demonstrate the value of education, care and development to achieve better outcomes. - Build and create mutual trust and respect with our 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 the 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. - Updating records on a daily basis 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, which is fully funded by us!. * Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays to meet operational needs of the home * Be able to cover sleep ins – on average one a week. * 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. What can Homes2Inspire offer you? * £25,798 - £26,331 per annum (£12.40 - £12.66 per hour) * Attendance bonuses, with the potential to earn an additional £1,400 per annum. * Overtime & Sleeps: Overtime opportunities available and sleep in allowance of £44.56 per sleep * 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. * Generous annual leave entitlement, with the option to purchase extra 5 days annual leave per year. * Opportunities for career advancement within the organisation including further training and promotional opportunities. * 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 Gravenhurst, Bedfordshire and are passionate about making a positive impact – apply now