Children's Support Worker

Nursing Direct Limited; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£14–£15 per hour

Weekly pay

Flexible shifts

Training & development

Supportive team

Meaningful impact

Job summary

Nursing Direct in Stevenage is seeking experienced Children's Support Workers to provide high-quality, person-centred support to children and young people in home, community and respite care settings.

The role offers flexible day, evening and weekend shifts, with full-time, part-time, permanent and temporary opportunities. You will collaborate with families and healthcare professionals to promote independence and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children or individuals with additional needs.
• Experience in community/home respite care.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and shorter shifts.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Caring, patient and reliable approach.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe and compassionate support to children and young people.
• Help children participate in community activities, social outings and recreational opportunities.
• Assist with daily routines and encourage independence.
• Provide respite support for families and carers.
• Promote emotional wellbeing and positive relationships.
• Follow individual care plans, risk assessments and safeguarding procedures.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate concerns appropriately.
• Support educational, social and community participation.
• Work collaboratively with families and healthcare professionals.

Skills

Child care

Communication

Safeguarding

Teamwork

Flexibility

Independence

Education

Health and Social Care qualifications

Job description

Nursing Direct is recruiting experienced and compassionate Children's Support Workers to provide high-quality, person-centred support to children and young people in Stevenage and surrounding areas of Hertfordshire. The role involves supporting children and their families in home, community and respite care settings, helping promote independence, wellbeing and positive outcomes.

Working Hours:

• Flexible day shifts.
• Evening shifts.
• Weekend shifts.
• Short shifts available.
• Full-time, part-time, permanent and temporary opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver safe and compassionate support to children and young people.
• Help children participate in community activities, social outings and recreational opportunities.
• Assist with daily routines and encourage independence.
• Provide respite support for families and carers.
• Promote emotional wellbeing and positive relationships.
• Follow individual care plans, risk assessments and safeguarding procedures.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate concerns appropriately.
• Support educational, social and community participation.
• Work collaboratively with families and healthcare professionals.

Essential Requirements:

• Previous experience supporting children, young people or individuals with additional support needs.
• Experience in community care, homecare, respite services or similar support roles.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and shorter shifts.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Caring, patient and reliable approach.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable Experience:

• Supporting children with autism, learning disabilities or additional needs.
• Respite care and community support experience.
• Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) knowledge.
• Relevant Health and Social Care qualifications.

Benefits:

• £14.00 to £15.00 per hour.
• Flexible shifts to suit availability.
• Weekly pay.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Supportive and experienced team.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children and families.

Start Date: 10 November 2026.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Nursing Direct does not provide visa sponsorship and cannot accept applicants on 20-hour Student Visas or Skilled Worker Visas. Up-to-date training and safeguarding compliance are required.