Childrens Support Worker

Heycroft Staffing Solutions Ltd; Tendring; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training and development

Friendly team

Opportunities to develop your skills

Job summary

Heycroft Staffing Solutions Ltd is seeking a caring Children’s Support Worker to help children and young people with learning disabilities and additional needs achieve their potential in a safe, nurturing environment.

The role involves supporting daily living activities, promoting independence, and engaging children in meaningful activities while collaborating with families and professionals. Ongoing training and a supportive team are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience with children with learning disabilities or additional needs is desirable.
• Ability to communicate effectively with children, families and colleagues.
• Flexibility and willingness to meet individual needs of the children you support.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalised care and support tailored to each child’s needs.
• Assist with daily living activities and personal care where required.
• Encourage communication, social interaction and development of life skills.
• Plan and participate in fun, educational and recreational activities.
• Promote independence, confidence and positive behaviour.
• Work with parents, carers and other professionals to ensure high‑quality support.
• Follow safeguarding policies, health and safety procedures and organisational guidelines.
• Record information and report concerns regarding a child’s welfare.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Patience

Teamwork

Job description

We are looking for a caring, patient and dedicated Children’s Support Worker to support children and young people with learning disabilities and additional needs. The successful candidate will help children develop their independence, build confidence, enjoy meaningful activities and achieve their full potential in a safe, supportive and nurturing environment.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and their families.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide personalised care and support tailored to each child’s individual needs.
• Support children with daily living activities, including personal care where required.
• Encourage communication, social interaction and the development of life skills.
• Plan and participate in fun, educational and recreational activities.
• Promote independence, confidence and positive behaviour.
• Support children with learning disabilities and other additional needs in line with their care plans.
• Maintain a safe, clean and welcoming environment.
• Work closely with parents, carers and other professionals to ensure consistent, high-quality support.
• Follow safeguarding policies, health and safety procedures and organisational guidelines.
• Record relevant information and report any concerns regarding a child’s welfare or wellbeing.

About You

• Caring, compassionate, patient and understanding.
• Passionate about supporting children with learning disabilities.
• Able to communicate effectively with children, families and colleagues.
• Reliable, responsible and able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Committed to promoting dignity, equality, inclusion and safeguarding.
• Flexible and willing to meet the individual needs of the children you support.

Previous experience working with children with learning disabilities or additional needs is desirable. However, a positive attitude, willingness to learn and genuine commitment to children's wellbeing are equally important.

What We Offer

• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Supportive management and a friendly team.
• Opportunities to develop your skills and experience