Senior Youth Support Worker – Hatton House (Mat Cover)

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Full time
Location: Wellingborough
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Job offered by: Shaw Trust
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Senior Residential Youth Support Worker:

Be the Difference in a Young Person's Life

Location:

Wellingborough, Northamptonshire

Contract:

Fixed Term - Maternity Cover (12 months)

Salary:

£27,785.00 - £30,275.00 per annum plus £44.56 per sleep in carried out and £1,400 attendance bonus

Are you ready to make a lasting impact on the lives of vulnerable young people? At Homes2Inspire, we believe in creating safe, nurturing homes where young people can heal, grow, and thrive. We are looking for passionate, driven individuals to join our team as Senior Residential Youth Support Workers – those who can help shape brighter futures for the children in our care.

This isn’t just a job; it’s a calling. You’ll work alongside a dedicated team, providing a stable, supportive environment for young people who’ve faced significant challenges. Many come from adverse backgrounds, requiring trauma-informed care and someone who can be a role model, guiding them through their difficult journeys.

If you thrive on variety and are looking for a role where every day brings new challenges and rewards, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. With smaller homes and high staff-to-young-person ratios, you’ll have the chance to build meaningful relationships and make a tangible difference.

Is This You? Do you have at least one year’s experience working with young people in a residential setting? Can you bring resilience, empathy, and integrity to every interaction? Are you passionate about helping young people reach their full potential? Do you want to be part of a collaborative team that’s as committed as you are to shaping futures? What You'll Bring QCF Level 3 Residential Childcare or an equivalent qualification (in line with Ofsted standards) Strong communication skills and the ability to handle challenging situations with compassion and patience A positive role model who can inspire young people to believe in themselves Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed A full UK Driving Licence Your Key Responsibilities Support the Home and Deputy Manager in the day-to-day running of the home, taking on senior duties when required Help create a safe, nurturing environment where young people feel at home Work alongside the team to implement care plans and strategies that enable young people to overcome emotional and behavioural difficulties Build strong, positive relationships with young people, their families, and external agencies to ensure holistic care What We Offer You The opportunity to change lives, every single day Comprehensive training and support, including 3 weeks of off-the-job training and opportunities to achieve the QCF Level 3 Residential Childcare qualification A supportive and collaborative team environment where you can grow professionally Attendance bonuses, with the potential to earn an additional £1,400 per annum 28 days of annual leave, increasing to 33 days after 5 years, plus the ability to purchase more Health and wellbeing support, including access to an Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 support and up to 8 free counselling sessions Recognition for your hard work, including Long Service and Non-Absence Awards Access to exclusive discounts for shopping, cinema trips, holidays, and more Subsidised days out and activities with young people Meals included during shifts And so much more! At Homes2Inspire, you’ll have the chance to build relationships that last a lifetime and be part of a mission that’s transforming lives. If you're ready to help young people find hope and healing, we want to hear from you.

Please Note: All successful candidates will undergo a safer recruitment vetting process, including enhanced DBS and reference checks. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader, offering guaranteed interviews to care leavers who meet the role’s requirements. We cannot offer visa sponsorship. Join us in helping young people rewrite their stories. To learn more, visit

www.homes2inspire.co.uk

or contact our careers team at

careers@homes2inspire.co.uk

or 01788 487057.

Homes2Inspire – Part of Shaw Trust, a Top 10 Ofsted-rated charity-owned residential childcare provider.

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