Childrens Residential BANK Support Worker – Wellingborough, Northamptonshire – NN8
Employer: Homes2Inspire (part of Shaw Trust Group)
Contract: BANK – zero hours contract
Salary: £14.31 – £15.18 per hour
Location: Wellingborough, Northamptonshire – NN8
About Homes2Inspire
Homes2inspire, are part of Shaw Trust Group, a charity dedicated to transforming lives across the UK.
Since opening our first home in 2007, Homes2Inspire has grown to become the UK's largest charity-owned provider of residential children's homes. We support over 150 children across 54 homes and 2 semi-independent leaving care facilities and high-needs foster care provision.
With ambitious growth plans for 2026 / 2027, we are looking for expectational team member to be part of our exciting journey.
About the Home:
Poppy House is a 1 bedded / solo placement children’s residential home in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire. Supporting children and young people up to the age of 18 with emotional and behavioural needs – 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 BANK Support Worker, you will be employed on a zero hour contract to help the home cover temporary staffing gaps, for periods of staff illness, holidays, absence, staff training days etc.
Main duties and 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).
- Drivers with a full UK license are essential.
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.
What We Offer
- £14.31 - £15.18 per hour.
- Sleep-in allowance - £50.00 per sleep.
- Comprehensive training and career development pathways.
- Refer a Friend bonus.
Important Information
- Drivers are essential
- We cannot offer sponsorship.
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.