Childrens Senior Support Worker - Parker House

Job Category

Childrens Homes | Support Worker

Location

Bicester, Oxfordshire

Salary

£30,196 - £31,259

Closing date

31/07/2026

Ref

Contract type

Permanent

Total hours per week

Description

Chidrens Residential Senior Support Worker – Bicester, Oxfordshire – OX26Employer:Homes2Inspire (part of Shaw Trust Group)Contract:Full-time, Permanent, 40 hours per weekSalary:£30,196 - £31,259 per annum (£14.52 – £15.03 per hour) + sleep-in allowance (£46.01 per sleep) + £1,400 attendance bonusAbout 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.

Vacancy:

We have an opportunity for a Senior Support Worker within our 3 bedded children’s residential home in Bicester, Oxfordshire. Parker House is a 3 bedded residential home, supporting young people aged up to 18. It provides a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment by offering emotional and practical support to help children develop life skills and build confidence.

As a Senior Support Worker, you will assist the management team and will have responsibility for leading a shift, directing roles and responsibilities to support workers - ensuring the monitoring of children and young people’s behaviour, safety, and well-being at all times.

Effective communication skills, along with the ability to build relationships with others are vital! We are looking for an individual who can lead by example, uphold standards, and ensure that the safeguarding of children and young people underpins all decisions made.

If you thrive on variety, where every day is different but is equally rewarding, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. With smaller homes and high staff-to-young-person ratios, you will have the chance to build meaningful relationships and make a tangible difference.

Core responsibilities:

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).

What you’ll bring:

Minimum of 12 months experience of working within residential care
QCF Level 3 Residential Childcare or equivalent qualification, (or at least 50% way through)
Availability to work on a shift rota system including weekends and bank holidays and sleeps
A full UK Driving Licence is preferable

Personal Qualities Required:

Resilience, empathy, and integrity.
Excellent listening skills, having the patience to support children and staff team.
Dedicated and passionate - with a genuine caring nature to support our young people to reach their full potential.
Strong communication skills both written and verbal and able to keep accurate records.
Can handle challenging situations with patience and a calm demeanour.

What can Homes2Inspire offer you?

Competitive salary of £30,196 - £31,259 per annum (£14.52 - £15.03 per hour)
Sleep-in allowance (£46.01 per sleep).
Attendance bonuses (up to £1,400 per year), plus overtime opportunities
Fully funded industry qualifications
Comprehensive training and career development pathways.
Generous annual leave, with option to purchase 5 extra days.
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and wellbeing support.
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