Children Support Worker

Nurseplus UK Ltd; Painswick; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

Weekly pay

Workwise app

Training & qualifications

Development opportunities

Blue Light Card

Job summary

Nurseplus UK Ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking a Children's Support Worker to provide high-quality care across childrens services including residential homes, SEN schools and learning disability settings. You will support children with complex needs and promote their safety and development.

This temporary role offers flexible shifts, weekly pay (£13.15-£19.00 per hour), access to the Workwise app, and funded training with progression opportunities within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Over 21 years old and right to work in the UK.
• Minimum 12 months post-qualification experience in a children's/young adult setting.
• Knowledge in EBD, SEMH, CSE or SEN/SEND.
• Clear enhanced DBS (can apply upon registration).

Responsibilities

• Support, safeguard and promote the wellbeing of children with learning difficulties and challenging behaviour.
• Help with educational development and personal care to aid independence.
• Manage complex behaviours and crisis intervention when needed.
• Contribute to a caring team and make a meaningful daily impact.

Education

A Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Children and Young People\u2019s Workforce

Job description

Children's Support Worker

Join Nurseplus as a Children's Support Worker - Make a Difference Every Day

At Nurseplus, every shift you work is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those in need. As a temporary Children's Support Worker, you'll be providing high-quality care across a range of children's services, including residential homes, SEN schools, learning disability and challenging behaviour settings, as well as supporting children with more complex care needs. You'll become part of a compassionate team where every contribution counts, and you'll truly be able to make a difference to a child's life.

Why Choose Nurseplus?

• Flexibility that Works for You: Choose your shifts, whether full-time, part-time, days, nights, or weekends, so you can fit work around your life.
• Weekly Pay & Competitive Rates: Earn between £13.15 and £19.00 per hour paid weekly, depending on shift pattern (higher rates apply for nights, weekends, and bank holidays).
• Workwise App: Take control of your schedule with our Workwise app - manage your availability and easily book shifts on your terms.
• Paid Industry-Leading Training: We pay for you to attend our comprehensive, industry-leading training that's in line with the Care Certificate and Core Skills Training Framework, tailored to help you grow your skills, whether you're new to care or have years of experience.
• Ongoing Development Opportunities: From in-house courses to funded qualifications such as NVQ Levels 2 and 3, we support your professional growth at every stage.
• Blue Light Card: Enjoy thousands of discounts on the high street and online with eligibility for a Blue Light Card.

What You'll Be Doing

Your day-to-day responsibilities as a Children's Support Worker may include supporting, safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of children with learning difficulties and challenging behaviour, managing complex behaviours and crisis intervention. You may be required to support them in several ways, from helping them with their educational development to aiding them with personal care, allowing them to gain independence and making a massive impact to their daily lives.

What We're Looking For

• You must be over 21 years old and have the right to work in the UK.
• A minimum of 12 months post-qualification experience working within a children's/young adult setting.
• Knowledge in one of EBD, SEMH, CSE or SEN/SEND.
• A Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Children and Young People's Workforce is desirable.
• A good standard of English and the ability to communicate effectively.
• A clear enhanced DBS, which you can apply for upon registration.

If you're passionate about making a positive impact and want to work with a team that truly cares, we'd love to hear from you!

About Nurseplus

At Nurseplus, our mission is to make a positive impact and change lives every day. We are passionate about delivering the highest-quality care that truly makes a difference in the lives of those we support. But our commitment doesn't stop there - we care just as much for our staff as we do for our clients. By fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, we empower our team to grow, thrive, and make a meaningful contribution to the communities they serve