Children’s Support Worker | Flexible Hours & Growth

Paragon Social Care; Smethwick; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules (agency role)

Casual dress code

Company pension

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Paragon Social Care in the West Midlands is seeking passionate Children’s Support Workers to provide trauma-informed care for vulnerable children in local authority care. You’ll build relationships, support daily routines, transport when needed, and empower young people to move forward with confidence.

We offer extensive training, flexible agency-style schedules, competitive pay from £17.50 to £24.00 per hour PAYE and £20-£28 umbrella, plus a pension and referral bonuses.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people, paid or voluntary.
• Full UK driving licence and your own car.
• Patience, empathy, and emotional resilience.
• Flexible approach, including waking nights, weekends, and sleep-ins when required.
• Clear enhanced DBS or willingness to complete one.
• NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Residential Care or equivalent is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Providing compassionate, trauma-informed care to keep young people safe and supported.
• Building positive relationships and promoting healthy routines.
• Preparing meals, supporting education, and encouraging life skills.
• Advocating for their voice and ensuring they feel heard and valued.
• Supporting medical appointments and community activities.
• Using your own vehicle to transport young people when needed.
• Helping them move forward with confidence into their next chapter.

Skills

Experience with children or young peo

Full UK driving licence

Patience and empathy

Willingness to sleep-ins/nights

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Residential Care or equivalent

Job description

Paragon Social Care in the West Midlands is seeking passionate Children’s Support Workers to provide trauma-informed care for vulnerable children in local authority care. You’ll build relationships, support daily routines, transport when needed, and empower young people to move forward with confidence.

We offer extensive training, flexible agency-style schedules, competitive pay from £17.50 to £24.00 per hour PAYE and £20-£28 umbrella, plus a pension and referral bonuses.