Children’s Support Worker — Flexible Hours & Training

Paragon Social Care; Oldbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Casual dress code

Company pension

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Paragon Social Care is recruiting Children’s Support Workers across the West Midlands to make a lasting difference in young lives. You will provide compassionate, trauma-informed care, build trusting relationships, and support education and daily routines.

This role requires a UK driving licence with your own car, flexibility for nights and weekends, and a willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check. Competitive pay and training are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people, paid or voluntary.
• Full UK driver’s 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.
• Relevant qualification such as NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Residential Care 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, 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/young people

UK driving licence & own car

Patience & empathy

Flexibility incl nights/weekends/sleep

Willingness to complete Enhanced DBS

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Residential Care or equivalent

Job description

Paragon Social Care is recruiting Children’s Support Workers across the West Midlands to make a lasting difference in young lives. You will provide compassionate, trauma-informed care, build trusting relationships, and support education and daily routines.

This role requires a UK driving licence with your own car, flexibility for nights and weekends, and a willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check. Competitive pay and training are offered.