Children And Young People's Support Worker

Prospero Teaching Newcastle Health & Social Care; Blyth; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading support services company in Blyth is looking for a Children & Young People's Support Worker to provide care and support in residential settings. The ideal candidate should have a caring attitude, strong communication skills, and ideally a Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification. The role offers flexible shifts, competitive pay, and opportunities for training and development.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay

Mileage reimbursement

Fully funded training

Flexible working patterns

Ongoing development opportunities

Qualifications

• Caring, professional, non-judgmental attitude required.
• Experience in social care or similar roles advantageous but not essential.
• Valid DBS required, assistance provided for application.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with young people.
• Support daily routines including school runs and appointments.
• Encourage independence and personal development.
• Report any safeguarding concerns.
• Provide personal care and manage behaviour.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Emotional resilience

Attention to detail

Education

Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification

Job description

Why Join Us?

• Excellent pay - from £16.50 to £20 per hour
• Paid mileage for every shift
• Fully funded training (including a £500 TMVA course!)
• Flexible shift options - We can offer block shift bookings for long day sleep shifts (e.g. 2/3/4/5 days of straight shifts)
• Opportunities to develop your skills with ongoing training and support

Location: Blyth

Shift Pattern: 8am-8pm Day / 8pm - 8am Night / 8am -11pm + Sleep

About the role:

As a Children & Young People's Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting young people within residential settings and the community. Working with at least 2:1 staffing ratio, you will be ensuring safety, stability, and quality care always.

You’ll be:

• Building positive, trusting relationships with young people.
• Supporting daily routines (from school runs and appointments to bedtimes and activities).
• Encouraging independence and personal development.
• Keeping accurate daily records (emotions, routines, activities, food diaries, and more).
• Helping manage money responsibly and keeping receipts.
• Identifying and reporting any safeguarding concerns.
• Supporting with personal care and household tasks when needed.
• Handling behaviour that challenges with patience, resilience, and confidence.

What we’re looking for:

• A caring, professional, and non-judgemental attitude
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Emotional resilience and the ability to remain calm under pressure
• Good attention to detail when writing notes and reports
• Experience in social care or similar roles (advantageous but not essential)
• Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification (preferred)
• A valid DBS (we can help you apply)
• A driver’s licence is a bonus as locations vary

What you’ll get in return:

• A rewarding career where every day is different
• The chance to make a lasting impact on a young person's life
• Competitive hourly pay + mileage reimbursement
• Flexible working pattern to fit your lifestyle
• Training and development opportunities to grow your career

If you’re ready to make a difference and want a role that’s both challenging and incredibly rewarding, we’d love to hear from you.

👉 Apply now and start your journey with us today