Child Support Worker

TN United Kingdom; Bedford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in social care is seeking Children's Support Workers to support vulnerable children and young people. This role involves ensuring safety, engaging emotionally, and assisting with personal care. Ideal for individuals with a flexible schedule, the position offers competitive pay and opportunities for training and development.

Benefits

Continuous training and development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Employee of the Month scheme

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• Full UK driver's license and access to your own vehicle.
• Clear Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
• Full Right to Work status in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring the safety of the young person.
• Establishing emotional engagement with the young person.
• Assisting the young person with personal care.

Skills

Engaging personality

Professionalism

Dedication

Job description

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At Paragon Social Care, we support vulnerable and challenging children and young people under the care of the council, particularly those in between longer-term placements. Our top priority is safeguarding children, and we are committed to establishing a secure and nurturing environment, so each young person can flourish. Our support is grounded in the Trauma-Informed and Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) frameworks.

Our support packages are available nationwide, requiring staff to be flexible with travel. This position is ideal for individuals without significant commitments at home.

We are seeking Children’s Support Workers with prior experience in working with challenging children and young people. For those lacking previous experience but embodying the desired qualities, we encourage you to apply.

Your responsibilities will encompass:

• Ensuring the safety of the young person
• Establishing emotional engagement with the young person
• Assisting the young person with personal care
• Planning and participating in activities and outings
• Transporting the young person to meetings, school, appointments, etc.
• Preparing meals for the young person
• Maintaining cleanliness and order in the home
• Attendance at staff meetings
• Flexibility in your work schedule, this job is ideal for agency staff
• A full UK driver's license, access to your own vehicle, and the ability to secure Business Insurance (Provisional / International Licence - not accepted)
• A clear Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
• Full Right to Work status in the UK

If you possess the following qualities:

• An engaging personality that resonates with young people
• Professionalism and Dedication

Then we would love to hear from you!

Job Type: 0-hour contract

Training & Development

We provide continuous training and development opportunities for our team of support workers which helps them acquire new knowledge and become more effective in their roles.

We provide clear paths for career advancement to help motivate our support workers to perform at their best at all times.

Work-Life Balance

We actively encourage practices that promote flexible working arrangements, time off, and a supportive work environment.

Recognition & Rewards

We recognise and reward our support workers for their hard work and achievements. This is reflected in our Employee of the Month scheme which boosts morale and motivation.

Employee Benefits & Compensation

We provide competitive salaries and bonuses which are crucial for attracting and retaining the best support workers to the organisation.

Promoting employee well-being through wellness programs can lead to increased productivity and reduced absenteeism. These programs can include fitness classes, mental health support, and stress management resources.