Children's Support Worker

senploy; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's services provider in the United Kingdom is seeking experienced Children’s Support Workers to provide high-quality care and emotional support to children and young people with complex needs. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience in a care or SEN setting and strong understanding of safeguarding principles. This role offers an opportunity for flexibility and fulfilling work in East Sussex.

Qualifications

• At least one year’s experience working with children in a care or SEN setting.
• Current restraint training (e.g. PMVA, PRICE, Team Teach, or equivalent).
• An enhanced adult and child DBS on the update service.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and behaviour management.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care and emotional support to children and young people.
• Support individuals with complex needs, SEN, and challenging behaviours.
• Encourage independence, life skills, and positive daily routines.
• Build trusting relationships while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Work collaboratively with social workers, education staff, and healthcare professionals.

Skills

Compassion

Resilience

Calm under pressure

Job description

Job Summary

For over 25 years, we’ve supported children’s services professionals across East Sussex and the South East, offering flexible opportunities within local authorities and private providers. This role is ideal for experienced practitioners passionate about working with children and young people in care settings or educational environments, providing stability, care, and safeguarding support.

About the Role

We are seeking dedicated and experienced Children’s Support Workers to support children and young people, including those with complex needs, SEN, or displaying very challenging behaviours. You’ll provide day-to-day care, emotional support, and guidance while helping young people develop independence and positive routines.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care and emotional support to children and young people.
• Support individuals with complex needs, SEN, and challenging behaviours.
• Encourage independence, life skills, and positive daily routines.
• Build trusting relationships while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Work collaboratively with social workers, education staff, and healthcare professionals.
• Uphold safeguarding principles and respond appropriately to concerns or incidents.
• Maintain accurate records, daily logs, and incident reports in line with policy.

Essential Requirements

• At least one year’s experience working with children in a care or SEN setting.
• Current restraint training (e.g. PMVA, PRICE, Team Teach, or equivalent).
• An enhanced adult and child DBS on the update service.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and behaviour management.
• Compassion, resilience, and the ability to remain calm under pressure.

Apply Now

If you’re an experienced Children’s Support Worker looking for flexible, high-paying work in East Sussex, apply today. One simple compliance process opens the door to multiple local opportunities.