Support Worker for Children and Young People

TN United Kingdom; Letchworth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in social care is seeking Children's Support Workers to provide essential support to vulnerable children and young people. The role involves ensuring safety, emotional engagement, and personal care, requiring flexibility and a full UK driver's license. Ideal candidates will have experience with challenging youth but those without are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience working with challenging children and young people preferred.
• Full UK driver's license and access to a vehicle required.
• Clear Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check needed.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of the young person.
• Assist with personal care and planning activities.
• Transport the young person to appointments.

Skills

Engaging personality

Job description

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Paragon Social Care

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Posted:

19.05.2025

Expiry Date:

03.07.2025

Job Description:

At Paragon Social Care, we support vulnerable and challenging children and young people under the care of the council, particularly those in between longer-term placements. Our top priority is safeguarding children, and we are committed to establishing a secure and nurturing environment, so each young person can flourish. Our support is grounded in the Trauma-Informed and Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) frameworks.

Our support packages are available nationwide, requiring staff to be flexible with travel. This position is ideal for individuals without significant commitments at home.

We are seeking Children’s Support Workers with prior experience in working with challenging children and young people. For those lacking previous experience but embodying the desired qualities, we encourage you to apply.

Your responsibilities will encompass:

• Ensuring the safety of the young person
• Establishing emotional engagement with the young person
• Assisting the young person with personal care
• Planning and participating in activities and outings
• Transporting the young person to meetings, school, appointments, etc.
• Preparing meals for the young person
• Maintaining cleanliness and order in the home
• Attendance at staff meetings
• Flexibility in your work schedule, this job is ideal for agency staff
• A full UK driver's license, access to your own vehicle, and the ability to secure Business Insurance (Provisional / International Licence - not accepted)
• A clear Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
• Full Right to Work status in the UK

If you possess the following qualities:

• An engaging personality that resonates with young people