Flexible Children's Support Worker – Community Care

Nursing Direct Limited; London Borough of Croydon; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible shifts

Training and development opportunities

Supportive management team

Job summary

Nursing Direct Limited is recruiting compassionate Children’s Support Workers to provide in-home and community-based care for children in Croydon and nearby areas. You will help young people build independence, access activities, and improve wellbeing while supporting families and carers.

The role offers flexible shifts, weekly pay, ongoing training, and a supportive management team, with safeguarding as a core requirement. UK right to work is essential for applicants.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Carer or Support Worker with children
• Experience in community, family, educational, or care settings
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Safeguarding and child protection understanding
• Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred support to children and young people
• Deliver community-based support tailored to individual needs
• Provide practical and emotional support to families and carers
• Help children access educational, recreational, and social activities
• Promote independence, wellbeing, and life skills development
• Follow care plans, risk assessments, and safeguarding procedures
• Maintain accurate records and report concerns
• Work with families, schools, healthcare professionals, and other services
• Support children in achieving personal goals and outcomes

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

Health & Social Care qualifications

Childcare qualifications

Job description

Nursing Direct Limited is recruiting compassionate Children’s Support Workers to provide in-home and community-based care for children in Croydon and nearby areas. You will help young people build independence, access activities, and improve wellbeing while supporting families and carers.

The role offers flexible shifts, weekly pay, ongoing training, and a supportive management team, with safeguarding as a core requirement. UK right to work is essential for applicants.