Shaw Trust jobs

Childrens Residential Waking Night 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) + attendance bonus

Location: Wellingborough, NN8

Ofsted: 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 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 Waking Night Support Worker, you will:
Safeguard and promote the wellbeing of young people in our care throughout the night.

Supporting with night-time routines, manage incidents should they occur

Provide through handover to the day shift.

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.

Liaise with other professionals like social workers and therapists to ensure the physical and emotional needs are met.

Help young people develop life skills, including managing finances.

Maintain accurate records and paperwork.

Work flexibly rotating onto weekends, bank holidays.

Be able to work 4 on 4 off from 9pm to 8am

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

4 on 4 off from 9pm until 8am

What We Offer

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

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

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.