Childrens Residential Support Worker - Rosendale House

Chidrens Residential Support Worker – Great Malvern, Worcestershire - WR14

Employer: Homes2

Inspire (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) + attendance bonus

Homes2

Inspire are one of the UK's 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.

Rosendale House is a 3 bedded children's residential home in Great Malvern Worcestershire, WR14. It provides a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment by offering emotional and practical support to help children and young people develop life skills and build confidence. Due to the rural location of the home, drivers are essential.

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, other healthcare professionals etc.
• Work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-ins (1-2 per week).
• Due to the location of the home, drivers with a full UK driver's licence are essential.

• 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.

• Competitive salary (£27,976 - A £28,650 per annum).
• Sleep-in allowance (£46.01 per sleep).
• Attendance bonuses (up to £1,400 per year).
• QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare – fully funded
• Overtime opportunities.
• 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
• Aviva 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.

• You must hold a full UK licence - we are unable to consider none drivers
• Sleep-ins are required (average 1-2 per week).
• We cannot offer sponsorshipor part time hours.
• All successful candidates will undergo safer recruitment checks in line with Ofsted requirements.
• This is a full time, permanent contract based on 40 hours a week.