Children's Support Worker - Cottam

Teaching Personnel; Preston; On-site; GBP 1,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel seeks passionate Children’s Support Workers for a school in Cottam, Preston. This full-time, temp-to-perm role offers a chance to support children with emotional needs in a rewarding environment. Applicants should possess strong communication skills and a caring attitude, with DBS check assistance provided.

Benefits

FREE child protection and prevent duty training

Qualifications

• Experience in care, youth work, or education is beneficial.
• Strong communication skills and a caring approach required.
• Enhanced DBS clearance or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support and care to children and young people.
• Help maintain a stable and nurturing environment.
• Encourage positive behaviours and support development.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Job description

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Posted:

17.06.2025

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01.08.2025

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Job Description:

Job Advert: Children’s Support Worker – Cottam
Pay Rate: £13.75 per hour
Contract Type: Full-Time, Temp to Perm
Location: Cottam, Preston

We are looking for passionate and resilient Children’s Support Workers to join a welcoming school in Cottam. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dedicated team committed to supporting children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs.

In this rewarding role, you will help create a safe, caring, and positive environment where young people can grow, develop, and achieve their full potential. Whether you are experienced in care or looking to begin a career in support work, this role offers a fulfilling path with plenty of opportunities to learn and progress.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day support and care to children and young people.
• Help maintain a stable and nurturing environment that promotes well-being and personal growth.
• Encourage positive behaviours and support young people in developing social and life skills.
• Assist with routines including personal care and recreational activities.
• Work collaboratively with the team to implement care plans and safeguard all residents.

Requirements:

• Experience in care, youth work, or education is beneficial but not essential.
• A caring and patient approach with strong communication skills.
• Ability to work flexibly, including early and late shifts.
• Enhanced DBS clearance (or willingness to obtain one).

If you are interested in this position, please click apply now and we will be in contact within the next 48 hours to discuss next steps.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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