Children And Young People's Support Worker

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

Job summary

A social care provider is seeking a Children & Young People's Support Worker to support young people in residential settings and the community in South Shields. The role involves building trusting relationships, supporting daily routines, and encouraging personal development. With a competitive pay rate from £16.50 to £20 per hour and opportunities for training, this is a fulfilling job where you can make a difference in young people's lives.

Benefits

Paid mileage

Fully funded training

Flexible shift options

Qualifications

• Experience in social care or similar roles (advantageous but not essential).
• A valid DBS (we can help you apply).
• A driver's licence is a bonus as locations vary.

Responsibilities

• Support young people in residential settings and the community.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with young people.
• Encourage independence and personal development.

Skills

Caring attitude

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Emotional resilience

Education

Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification

Job description

Overview

Location: North Shields

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.

About the role

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

• 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