Residential Youth Support Worker

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
Join Our Team as a Residential Youth Support Worker
**Job Role**: Residential Youth Support Worker
**Contract**: Full time, Permanent
**Shift Pattern**: Earlies/Late/Long days and sleep-ins on a rotational shift pattern.
**Location**: Mansfield, Nottinghamshire
**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).
We are looking for a Residential Youth Support Worker to be part of the residential staff team for a brand-new 2 bed residential home in Mansfield.
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.

**What You'll Bring**:

- 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.

**What We Offer**:

- Impactful Work: Make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people every day.
- Comprehensive Training: 3 weeks of off-the-job 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.
- Generous Benefits: Including an attendance bonus scheme, 28 days of annual leave (increasing with length of service), Medicash healthcare coverage, well-being support, and more.

**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.
- And many more

**About Us**:
**Please Note**:
We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
Interviews for this role will take place in-person during pre-planned assessment days, please contact the careers team if you have any accessibility requests or need reasonable adjustments (contact details below).
Staffing and Safe Recruitment