Children Support Worker

Paragon Social Care; Belford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's support organization in the UK is seeking passionate Children's Support Workers to provide trauma-informed care to young people. The role involves building trusting relationships and encouraging healthy routines, while also supporting education and activities. Ideal candidates should have experience with children, a full UK driving licence, and the ability to manage varied shifts. Comprehensive training and career growth opportunities are offered, alongside competitive pay and flexible schedules.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Casual dress code

Company pension

Referral bonuses

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people (paid or voluntary).
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car.
• Willingness to complete a clear enhanced DBS.

Responsibilities

• Provide trauma-informed care to keep young people safe and supported.
• Build positive, trusting relationships.
• Encourage healthy routines and life skills.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Emotional resilience

Flexibility for varied shifts

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Children's Residential Care or equivalent

Job description

No two days are the same! As a Children's Support Worker, you'll:

Responsibilities

• Provide trauma-informed care to keep young people safe and supported
• Build positive, trusting relationships
• Encourage healthy routines and life‑skills
• Support education, prepare meals, and accompany children to appointments
• Champion their voice – making sure they're heard and valued
• Drive young people to activities or appointments using your own vehicle
• Help them move forward with confidence and hope

Qualifications, Experience & Eligibility

Experience working with children or young people (paid or voluntary)? Full UK driving licence and access to a car? Patience, empathy, and emotional resilience? Flexibility for varied shifts (including weekends, sleep‑ins, and waking nights)? A clear enhanced DBS (or willingness to complete one), A relevant qualification (e.g. NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Residential Care or equivalent) is desirable but not essential – full training provided.

Who We Are

At Paragon Social Care, that’s exactly what you’ll do. We’re looking for caring, resilient, and passionate individuals to join our amazing team of Children’s Support Workers – people who want to help young lives grow, heal, and thrive. Whether you have experience in care or you’re searching for a meaningful new career, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact on children and young people who need stability, safety, and hope. We provide 24/7 wraparound support for children and young people in local authority care during times of uncertainty and transition. Our mission is to create safe, nurturing, and empowering environments while helping every young person plan for a brighter future.

What You Can Expect

Competitive pay: £17.50 – £28.00 per hour (depending on shift type).

Comprehensive training: 21 online modules + in‑person courses in safeguarding, trauma‑informed practice, and positive behaviour support, PACE training too!

Career growth: Clear pathways to Senior Support Worker and beyond.

Benefits

• Flexible schedules
• Casual dress code
• Company pension
• Referral bonuses