Child Support Worker

Next Step Independence Ltd; Swindon; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Next Step Independence as a Child Support Worker in Swindon. Support and empower young people aged 8-18 in a nurturing environment. Full training provided, with a competitive salary and opportunities for career progression and fully funded qualifications.

Benefits

28 days paid holiday

Paid overtime opportunities

Company pension scheme

Mental health & wellbeing support

Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave

Career progression & fully funded training

Qualifications

• Valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Aged 21 or over due to regulatory requirements.
• Confident and able to work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, nurturing environment for young people.
• Support young people with daily life and emotional challenges.
• Promote independence and emotional well-being.

Skills

Emotional resilience

Strong communication skills

Empathy

Collaboration

Job description

Make a Real Difference - One Day at a Time

Are you someone who’s calm under pressure, compassionate, and truly wants to make a lasting impact in a young person’s life? If so, we want you on our team!

We’re looking for a Child Support Worker to join our dedicated team in a warm, welcoming and beautifully maintained Ofsted-registered children's home in Swindon, Gloucestershire. You’ll be supporting children and young people aged 8-18, who for various reasons are unable to live with their families.

What You’ll Be Doing

Creating a safe, stable and nurturing environment

Supporting young people with daily life and emotional challenges

Promoting independence, confidence, and emotional wellbeing

Working closely with a team of committed professionals

Responding calmly and effectively to challenging situations

You don’t need previous experience—just the right mindset. Full training is provided, and you’ll have the chance to complete a fully funded qualification as you grow with us.

What You Need

Valid UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle (with business insurance)

Right to work in the UK - we cannot offer visa sponsorship

Aged 21 or over (due to regulatory requirements)

Confident, empathetic, and emotionally resilient

Able to work collaboratively as part of a small, supportive team

Strong written and verbal communication skills

What We Offer

🌟 Competitive starting salary

🌟 28 days paid holiday

🌟 Paid overtime opportunities

🌟 Company pension scheme

🌟 Mental health & wellbeing support (EAP)

🌟 Staff events & celebrations

🌟 Enhanced Maternity / Paternity / Adoption leave (subject to criteria)

🌟 Career progression & fully funded training (including apprenticeships)

Who We Are

Next Step Independence is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We follow robust safer recruitment procedures and all applicants will be thoroughly screened, including enhanced DBS checks.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating an inclusive, non-discriminatory workplace.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your journey toward a career that truly changes lives