Youth Support Worker: Build Trust, Skills & Hope

Paragon Social Care; Callington; On-site; AUD 47,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free training

Career progression

Flexible shifts

Company pension

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Paragon Social Care is looking for caring, steady individuals to join us as Children’s Support Workers. You will provide thoughtful, consistent care to young people in care, helping them feel safe and understood.

You’ll support learning, independence, and daily life skills, prepare meals, and accompany them to appointments and community activities. DBS checked and full UK driving licence required; training and progression opportunities included.

Qualifications

• Reliable and patient with a genuine care for making a difference.
• Flexible to work a range of shifts.
• Full UK driving licence and access to own car.
• Clear enhanced DBS check or willingness to complete one.
• NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Residential Care is helpful but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Offer thoughtful, consistent care to young people who need it most
• Build trust and create a sense of normality in daily life
• Support learning, independence, and everyday life skills
• Prepare meals and encourage healthy habits
• Speak up for young people and make sure they are listened to
• Help them attend appointments and take part in community activities

Skills

Reliable

Patient

Empathetic

Calm under pressure

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Residential Care

Job description

Paragon Social Care is looking for caring, steady individuals to join us as Children’s Support Workers. You will provide thoughtful, consistent care to young people in care, helping them feel safe and understood.

You’ll support learning, independence, and daily life skills, prepare meals, and accompany them to appointments and community activities. DBS checked and full UK driving licence required; training and progression opportunities included.