Compassionate Children’s Support Worker

Intelligent Care North East Ltd; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual dress

Free parking

Health and wellbeing

Employee referrals

Supportive environment

Training and development

Make a difference

Job summary

Intelligent Care is seeking a compassionate Child Support Worker in Redcar to provide safe, nurturing, and consistent care for children and young people. This role offers varied, meaningful work and the chance to make a real difference in a child’s life.

You will build positive relationships, support daily routines, and promote independence while following individual care plans and safeguarding protocols. A driving licence is helpful for transport.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with or supporting children and young people.
• Caring, patient, empathetic and able to stay calm when situations become challenging.
• Able to communicate effectively with children, families, colleagues and professionals.
• Understands safeguarding and professional boundaries.
• Can follow care plans and provide support based on individual needs.
• Has good organisational skills and can manage different responsibilities.
• Is comfortable using IT systems to complete records and reports.
• Willing to take part in training, supervision and ongoing development.
• Holds a valid driving licence and is able to transport children when required.

Responsibilities

• Build positive and trusting relationships with children and young people.
• Provide attentive care and support, keeping children safe and promoting their wellbeing.
• Support daily routines, personal care and everyday living activities based on each child’s individual needs.
• Organise enjoyable and meaningful activities that encourage learning, independence and social development.
• Support children with their emotional development through positive interaction, reassurance and clear boundaries.
• Follow individual care plans, risk assessments and agreed support strategies.
• Support children to attend appointments, education and activities.
• Transport children safely when required.
• Maintain clear and accurate records of progress, behaviour, incidents and significant events.
• Work closely with colleagues, families and other professionals involved in the child’s care.
• Promote children’s rights, choices and participation in decisions about their lives.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive and supportive home environment.

Skills

Child experience

Caring and patient

Empathetic

Effective communication

Safeguarding awareness

Consistent caregiver

Organisational skills

IT literacy

Willing to training

Job description

Intelligent Care is seeking a compassionate Child Support Worker in Redcar to provide safe, nurturing, and consistent care for children and young people. This role offers varied, meaningful work and the chance to make a real difference in a child’s life.

You will build positive relationships, support daily routines, and promote independence while following individual care plans and safeguarding protocols. A driving licence is helpful for transport.