Job Description

Role:

Children's Residential Support Worker

Location:

Desborough base (may be required to travel to other services in Northamptonshire area to support on occasion.)

Contract hours:

Up to 46.5 hours p/w (overtime available)

Salary:

Up to 29,120.00 per annum

Rota:

Three week rolling rota, included evenings and weekends.

Sleep ins:

Up to 8 sleeps per month, paid at 60 per sleep.

About Heart and Home Living:

Heart & Home Living provides specialist residential care for children and young people with complex emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD). Our trauma informed, child centred approach ensures every child feels safe, valued, and empowered to grow.

We focus on delivering high quality care, personalised education and life skills development tailored to each young person's individual needs, helping them build a brighter future.

The role

As a Children's Residential Support Worker, you'll be part of a dedicated team creating a safe, stable and nurturing home environment. You'll support children through challenges, build meaningful relationships and empower them to develop confidence, independence and a sense of belonging.

This is a rewarding role where you can make a lasting difference in the lives of vulnerable children.

What we are looking for:

High level of emotional awareness (in self and others

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to maintain routines, boundaries and role model positive behaviour

Calm and professional approach to crises and challenging behaviour

Adaptability and a positive attitude to change

Qualifications and Requirements:

To hold NVQ/QCF/CYP Level 3 or Level Health and Social Care (Children and Young People) or equivalent or be willing to work towards

Understanding of current legislative framework and organisational policies

Commitment to ongoing training, supervision, and development

Role Suitability Checklist:

To meet the physical and practical demands of the role, you must be able to:

Safely perform physical interventions and restraints (once trained)

Walk long distances during outings and community activities

Carry heavy provisions or equipment for trips and activities

Get down to floor level to engage in play or therapeutic activities

Work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends, and sleep ins

Hold a full UK driving licence

Perks and Benefits:

Competitive salary + quarterly performance bonus (when home is at full occupancy)

500 retention bonus after 12 months

300 "Recommend a Colleague" bonus

2.00 p/h for overtime enhancement

Comprehensive Health & Wellbeing programme.

Employee mentoring and professional development

Casual dress, company events, pension scheme, cycle-to-work initiative.#

Supportive and inclusive work environment.

Important Information:

Successful completion of the 'Proactive Approaches' training course within the first 3 months is required

All offered are subject to enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references, within a reasonable timescale

The role involves regulated activity. It is an offence for barred individuals to apply.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if sufficient applications are received, early applications are encouraged

Ready to make a difference?

Join Heart & Home Living and help enrich children's lives with care, warmth and positive relationships. Celebrate your talents in an empowering team where your development and wellbeing are top priorities.

Apply now for a fulfilling career shaping brighter futures!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 29,120.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme
Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Gym membership Health & wellbeing programme Referral programme Store discount
Schedule:

Day shift Holidays Night shift Overtime
Application question(s):

This role requires you to meet specific physical and practical demands, including:
Performing physical interventions and restraints (once trained)
Walking long distances during outings and community activities
Carrying heavy provisions or equipment for trips and activities
Getting down to floor level to engage in play or therapeutic activities
Working flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins
Holding a full UK driving licence

Can you confirm that you are able to meet all of the above requirements?

Answer Options (select one):

Yes, I confirm I am able to meet all of the above requirements
No, I am unable to meet one or more of the above requirements (please explain)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Desborough - Support Worker
Expected start date: 30/08/2025