Empowering Children's Support Worker — Training & Growth

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

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.