Childrens Residential Support Worker

Childrens Residential Support Worker

Application Date: 2026-08-14T00:00:00

Location: Knuston, Northamptonshire, GB, NN29 7

Work From Home

Application Deadline: 2026-11-15T15:46:02.823

Childrens Residential Support Worker Wellingborough, NN8

Employer: Homes2Inspire (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

Location: Wellingborough, NN8

Ofsted Rating: Good in all areas

About Homes2Inspire

Homes2Inspire 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.

About the Home

Hatton House is a 4-bedroom children's residential home based in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire. Supporting children and young people up to the age of 18, the home provides a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment by offering emotional and practical support to help children develop life skills and build confidence.

The Role

As a Residential Support Worker, you will:

• Safeguard and promote the wellbeing of young people in our care.


• Support with daily routines, household tasks, and meal preparation.


• Encourage participation in community activities and hobbies.


• Transport young people to school, medical appointments, and activities.


• Act as a positive role model, setting clear boundaries and building trust.


• Help young people develop life skills, including managing finances.


• Maintain accurate records and paperwork.


• Work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-ins (12 per week).

What You’ll Bring

• 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.


• Drivers with a FULL UK license are essential.

Shifts

Contracted to work 40 hours per week with double shifts and sleep-ins, e.g., ##### ##### plus 1-2 sleeps per week.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (£27,976 - £28,650 per annum).


• Sleep-in allowance (£46.01 per sleep).


• Attendance bonuses (up to £1,400 per year).


• 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 consultations, Annual Health Checks, 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.

Important Information

• Must be able to work 40 hours per week plus sleeps.


• Sleep-ins are required (average 12 per week).


• We cannot offer sponsorship or part-time hours.


• Drivers with a FULL UK licence are preferred.

How to Apply

If you're looking for a new job in Wellingborough and are passionate about making a positive impact in young people's lives, apply today!

Please Note: All successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment safer recruitment checks in line with Ofsted regulatory requirements and Homes2Inspire Safer Recruitment Policy. Candidate applications will be reviewed regularly, and we reserve the right to interview candidates before the advertised closing date of this role.

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Childrens Residential Support Worker Wellingborough, NN8 Employer: Homes2Inspire (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 Location: Wellingborough, NN8 Ofsted: Good in all areas About Homes2Inspire Homes2Inspire are one of the UKs leading providers of childrens 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. About the Home: Hatton House is a 4 bedded childrens residential home based in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire. Supporting children and young people up to the age of 18 the home provides a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment by offering emotional and practical support to help children develop life skills and build confidence. The Role: As a Residential Support
Worker, you will: Safeguard and promote the wellbeing of young people in our care. Support with daily routines, household tasks, and meal preparation. Encourage participation in community activities and hobbies. Transport young people to school, medical appointments, and activities. Act as a positive role model, setting clear boundaries and building trust. Help young people develop life skills, including managing finances. Maintain accurate records and paperwork. Work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-ins (12 per week). What Youll Bring 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. Drivers with a FULL UK license are essential. Shifts: Contracted to work 40 hours per week Double shift with sleep
in Eg ##### ##### plus 1 2 sleeps per week What We Offer Competitive salary (£27,976 - £28,650 per annum). Sleep-in allowance (£46.01 per sleep). Attendance bonuses (up to £1,400 per year). 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. Important Information Must be able to work 40 hours per week plus sleeps Sleep-ins are required (average 12 per week). We cannot offer
sponsorship or part time hours Drivers with a FULL UK licence are preferred. How to Apply If youre looking for a new job in Wellingborough and are passionate about making a positive impact in young peoples lives, apply today! Please Note: All successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment safer recruitment checks in line with Ofsted regulatory requirements and Homes2Inspire Safer Recruitment Policy. Candidate applications will be reviewed regularly, and we reserve the right to interview candidates before the advertised closing date of this role. TPBN1_UKTJ