Childrens Support Worker

networx Recruitment; Coventry; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully funded professional training

Career progression routes

Blue Light Card discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Long service reward

Job summary

Valley House, part of Young Foundations, is recruiting for a residential role outside Coventry in Warwickshire. The role supports young people aged 11-18 with learning disabilities and mental health needs, delivering structured, compassionate care in a warm home environment.

We offer funded professional training, clear career progression, salary sacrifice, and wellbeing support. Candidates should be resilient, reliable, and capable of handling challenging situations with the child’s best

Qualifications

• Experience and understanding of supporting children and young people with learning disabilities and mental health needs.
• Needed ability to work with complex needs in a residential setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and guide young people at critical life stages and shape futures.
• Be part of a supportive team in house and in the community.
• Provide structure and positive role modelling for young people with complex needs.

Skills

Resilience

Compassion

Communication

Leadership

Teamwork

Job description

Valley House, Nuneaton Road, Fillongley, Warwickshire

Hours of Week:40Contract Type:Permanent

About Valley House
Valley House isn't just a place to live - it's a place to thrive. Nestled just outside Coventry, our warm and welcoming home has 6 bedrooms and provides specialist support for young people aged 11-18. We're passionate about creating an environment that's safe, stable, and full of opportunity, where children with learning disabilities and mental health needs can flourish.

Our holistic care model connects directly with multi-disciplinary health professionals, meaning every child receives tailored support for their individual journey. From fostering everyday life skills to opening doors for adventure and growth, Valley House is all about giving young people the security they need and the inspiration to explore who they can become.

What We’re Looking For
We're seeking dedicated people who bring more than just enthusiasm - they bring experience. To succeed in this role, you'll need demonstrable knowledge and a solid understanding of supporting children and young people with learning disabilities and mental health disorders.

We value professionals who are resilient, compassionate, and confident in their ability to manage challenging situations, always keeping the child's best interests at heart.

What Makes This Role Unique

• Lead and guide young people at critical life stages - use your influence to help shape futures.
• Be part of a supportive team working both in our spacious but homely environment and out in the community.
• Provide structure and positive role modelling to support young people with complex needs.

This Role Is for You If You

• Value teamwork, leadership, and responsibility.
• Are passionate about helping young people develop life skills and independence.
• Stay calm and adaptable under pressure.
• Communicate effectively with both young people and colleagues.
• Are reliable, proactive, and committed to making a real impact.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and a fulfilling, long-term career.
• Fully funded professional training (Level 3/4 Health & Social Care)
• Clear career progression routes into senior roles.
• Salary sacrifice scheme, enhanced leave, and a supportive team culture.
• Ongoing career development, wellness support, and on-the-job training.
• Access to variety of retail discounts via Blue Light Card
• Pay Progression
• Blue light card discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Shared Parental Leave package
• Long service reward

What our team say about working at Valley House

• "I go to work each day to a wonderful environment"
• "Each young person is nurtured and supported sympathetically to achieve their best"
• "The manager and deputy are highly, knowledgeable, skilled, experienced and are good role models"

Young Foundations is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks in line with our safeguarding policy. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, right to work checks and any other necessary checks.

About us

At Young Foundations, we specialise in residential step-down services and specialist education for children and young people with complex needs, learning disabilities, and autism.

We also offer specialist placements to children who may have experienced trauma or have attachment-based problems. Our creative and nurturing approach focuses on each individual, delivering a targeted programme of support specifically designed around their needs.

Values

• Nuture, educate and protect

At Young Foundations, we want you to nuture, educate and protect each person we look after, and treat them with the same love and respect you would a member of your family.

• Make a difference

We would like you to use your role at Young Foundations to make a difference to the lives of the people who live and learn with us. You can do this by sharing your own ideas and engaging in your work with compassion, enthusiasm and energy.

• Enjoy the work

Part of life is having fun. There is a joy and laughter in everyday experiences within Young Foundations. Have fun whilst you work, in ways which are fair to others and enjoyable for all.

Young Foundations
Alexander House, Highfield Park, Llandyrnog, Denbighshire LL16 4LU