Childrens Support Worker

TN United Kingdom; Stafford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a leading care agency that values quality and compassion in providing support to children and young people. As a Children’s and Young People’s Support Worker, you will play a vital role in shaping positive outcomes through personalized care and support. This position offers flexible shifts, ongoing training, and opportunities for professional development, ensuring you have the tools to make a significant impact in the lives of those you care for. If you are motivated and passionate about helping others, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Flexible Shifts

Free Training

Annual Pay Increase

Eligibility for Blue Light Card Discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months experience in a child/young adult setting.
• Must be over 21 years old to meet industry regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support and promote the wellbeing of children and young people.
• Assist with daily routines and facilitate social activities.
• Manage complex behaviours and contribute to care plans.

Skills

Communication Skills

Experience with Children

Knowledge in EBD, SEMH, CSE, or SEND

Education

Diploma 3 / 4 in Health and Social Care

Job description

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At Nurseplus, we’re all about providing the highest quality temporary care staff. We’re big on quality, heart, and going the extra mile, and we believe in giving our team everything they need to truly impact the lives of the people we look after.

We’re a close-knit team that values a supportive and welcoming work environment. This means our staff get all the chances and tools they need to advance in their careers and help deliver incredible care to those in need. Join us, and let’s make a difference together!

As a leading care agency specialising in temporary recruitment, Nurseplus is looking for Children’s and Young People Support Workers. You should be highly motivated, committed, and have a genuine interest in delivering the highest quality of care for children and young people. With Nurseplus, you will work across a variety of settings including Mental Health, Autism, Challenging behaviour, Education, and Residential.

Your job role as a Children and Young People’s Support Worker will involve working closely with children in care and putting them at the centre of everything you do. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include supporting them in all aspects of their lives, such as educational pursuits, hobbies, and activities.

Your experience and support will be influential in developing and contributing towards positive outcomes to help shape the future of children and young people.

What Nurseplus can offer you as a Children and Young People’s Support Worker:

• Flexible shifts to fit around you – full or part-time, days, nights, and weekends
• Pay rates from £13.15 to £18.50 per hour, weekly pay*
• Free training – In line with the Care Certificate
• Ongoing support and further development opportunities with in-house courses and funded qualifications
• Annual pay increase
• Eligibility to apply for a Blue Light Card, which offers thousands of discounts online and on the high street

Responsibilities of a Children and Young People’s Support Worker:

• Support, safeguard, and promote the wellbeing of children and young people
• Assist with daily routines, including working in the community and/or educational settings
• Organise and facilitate social activities
• Provide transportation when needed
• Work alongside a multi-disciplinary team to implement safe practices
• Offer high levels of supervision and support
• Work in line with Ofsted regulations
• Manage complex behaviours and crisis interventions
• Contribute to care plans and risk assessments, including their review and implementation

What Nurseplus needs from you as a Children and Young People’s Support Worker:

• A minimum of 6 months of experience working within a child and/or young adult setting
• You must be over the age of 21 to meet industry regulations
• Right to work in the UK
• Knowledge in one of the following areas: EBD, SEMH, CSE, or SEND
• A good standard of English and effective communication skills
• Desirable: Diploma 3 / 4 qualification in Health and Social Care/Residential Care
• An enhanced DBS check, which can be applied for upon registration (costs £45.40 and will be refunded after a set period of work)