Children's Support Worker - Brighton

Guidant Global; Brighton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking compassionate Children's Support and Personal Care Workers across Brighton & Hove. This role involves assisting Adolescence with physical and mental challenges, ensuring their wellbeing through personal care, meal preparation, and support in everyday tasks. Candidates must possess a minimum of 6 months' experience in care settings and demonstrate excellent communication skills. A DBS check is required, and transport access is essential for site travel. Training is provided and paid for by the agency.

Benefits

Training provided and paid for

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months' experience working with vulnerable Adolescence people in care.
• Advanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check required.
• Previous childcare experience essential.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with washing and dressing.
• Preparing meals and helping with feeding.
• Carrying out household tasks: shopping, cleaning, laundry.
• Monitoring health and recording any concerns.
• Supporting mental and physical wellbeing through activities.

Skills

Sensitivity and understanding of people's needs

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work well under pressure

Patience

Attention to detail

Job description

Job Title: Children's Support and Personal Care Worker

Location: Various sites across Brighton & Hove
Contract: Zero Hours
Hours of Work: Early Shift, Day Shift, Late Shift, Long Day, Waking Nights, Sleep-In Nights

About Us

Guidant Global is a leading recruitment partner for local authorities, providing high‑calibre agency staff. We are looking for Children's Support and Personal Care Workers to join our team and assist with day‑to‑day support for Adolescence service users within Hertfordshire County Council Residential and Supported Living Units.

About the Role

We are seeking competent care assistants to support Adolescence people with physical and/or mental challenges in their everyday lives, enabling independence wherever possible. Our service users have varying needs, including:

• Mild to severe learning disabilities
• Mental health difficulties
• Sensory impairments
• Dysphagia and epilepsy

The fulfilment and satisfaction that comes with helping others surpasses the challenges of this job. If you are compassionate, positive, and not afraid to work hard, this is the role for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with washing and dressing
• Preparing meals and helping with feeding
• Carrying out household tasks: shopping, tidying, cleaning, laundry
• Building positive relationships and understanding individual needs and interests
• Monitoring health and weight, recording any concerns
• Following care plans, routines, guidelines, risk assessments, and Behaviour Management Plans
• Ensuring prescribed medications are taken and administering medication (training provided)
• Supporting mental and physical wellbeing through activities
• Assisting with physical therapy exercises
• Working collaboratively with social care and healthcare professionals
• Providing mobility support: moving and handling, hoisting
• Acting quickly and responsibly in emergencies

Skills & Qualifications

• Sensitivity and understanding of people's needs
• Ability to carry out household chores and cook nutritious meals
• Patience and ability to remain calm under pressure
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skillsAttention to detail and strong organisational skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and with different types of people

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 6 months' experience working with vulnerable Adolescence people in a care home, hospital, or charity setting
• Advanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check required
• Previous childcare experience essential

Additional Information

• Training and annual refresher training provided and paid for by Guidant Global
• You must be able to communicate fluently in English, both verbally and in writing
• Access to transport is essential to travel between sites across Brighton & Hove

If you are passionate about supporting Adolescence people and want a role that truly matters, apply today and join our team!