ABOUT HOMES2INSPIRE:

Homes2Inspire are one of the UK’s top providers of Children’s homes and are dedicated to creating a brighter future for the young people in our care. We currently care for over 150 children in 53 homes and 2 two semi -independent leaving care facilities across Bedfordshire, Derbyshire, Gloucestershire, Northamptonshire, Nottinghamshire, Oxfordshire, Somerset, Staffordshire and Worcestershire. We are proud to be a part of Shaw Trust Group, a charity helping to transform the lives of young people and adults across the UK.

VACANCY:

We currently have full time, permanent opportunities for youth support workers within our EBD children’s residential homes in Bicester. We operate 4 homes in Bicester, ranging from solo placements to 3 bedded homes, currently supporting children and young people up to the age of 16.
As a youth support worker, you will be responsible for the supervision of our young people within the home; working closely with a dedicated staff team, you will be involved in providing a nurturing and supportive environment for young people in our care and help them reach their full potential. We are looking for individuals who are passionate and caring and have a keen interest in positive outcomes for children and young people and can act as a positive role model.
Every day is different, and you will support our young people with a variety of activities both in the home and outside, taking them to school, appointments and always ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
Each child we support is unique and they enjoy a range of activities such as swimming, walking, baking, cooking, sporting activities, listening to music/ audio books, puzzles, playing lego, playing video games etc. We are looking for individuals who are creative with ideas, outgoing and encourage participation in new activities.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Demonstrate to the young people the value of education, care and development to achieve better outcomes
Build and create mutual trust and respect with young people in order that they respond and react appropriately to information and advice
Define structures and boundaries of behaviour to young people, acting as a positive role model, so they understand daily routines expected.
Produce, maintain and distribute house paperwork to ensure relevant information is recorded accurately and is available.
Support and analyse young people’s behaviour to encourage them to participate in a positive structured routine.
Create and produce activities to occupy and develop young people in order that they gain life skills and education on an informed basis
Maintain knowledge of and apply the relevant legislative, regulative and standards against inspection framework requirements.
Provide basic advice and skills to young people on managing their finances and other everyday life skills.

HOW TO APPLY:

If you are looking for a new job as a Youth Support Worker in Bicester, Oxfordshire and are passionate about making a positive impact – apply now!

Please refer the Job description for details