children support worker

P4 Recruitment Ltd; Heanor; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected independent care and education provider is seeking dedicated Support Workers to join their team in Heanor, Derbyshire. The role involves supporting children with Autism Spectrum Condition and learning disabilities, offering a nurturing environment. Candidates will receive training, have opportunities for career growth, and enjoy benefits such as a sleep-in allowance and staff well-being support.

Benefits

Comprehensive training and development opportunities

Sleep-in allowance

Free meals

Onsite parking

Wellbeing support

Reward system with vouchers

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is desirable, but not essential.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.
• Flexibility to work a rota, including sleep-ins and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and support in a child-focused setting.
• Promote independence, emotional wellbeing, and personal development.
• Participate in various activities such as arts, crafts, and sports.
• Maintain accurate records while adhering to standards.

Skills

Caring and compassionate nature

Flexibility

Resilience

Emotional wellbeing promotion

Job description

Overview

Support Worker – Children’s Residential Care (Autism & Learning Disabilities)

Location: Derbyshire | Salary: Competitive, plus sleep-in allowance and excellent benefits | Job Type: Full-time - Permanent

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people? We’re looking for dedicated and compassionate Support Workers to join a respected independent care and education provider supporting children and young people with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and associated learning difficulties.

As part of a supportive and inclusive team, you’ll play a vital role in creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where young people can thrive and achieve their potential.

What you’ll do

• Provide high-quality care and support in a homely, child-focused setting
• Promote independence, emotional wellbeing, and personal development
• Participate in a wide range of activities such as arts and crafts, cinema trips, sports, and outdoor adventures
• Work closely with colleagues and professionals to ensure positive outcomes for each young person
• Maintain accurate records and follow safeguarding and regulatory standards

What we’re looking for

• A caring, resilient, and empathetic individual
• Experience in a similar role is desirable, but not essential – full training provided
• Flexibility to work a rota including sleep-ins and weekends
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people

What’s in it for you

• Comprehensive and ongoing training & development opportunities
• Career progression and planned professional development
• Sleep-in allowance (in addition to annual salary) additional £2,080 per year on average
• Free meals and onsite parking
• Staff wellbeing support, including an onsite Mental Health First Aider
• A ‘Thank You’ reward system with high-street vouchers
• Join a team that believes in care, growth, and making every day count for the young people we support