Nursery Assistant

Lisbon aD School; Ashford; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider is seeking a Children's Support Worker to join their team in Ashford, UK. In this role, you will make a difference in the lives of children with learning difficulties and challenging behaviour. With flexible shifts and a focus on professional development, this position offers a supportive environment to thrive. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience and passion for helping others.

Benefits

Flexible shift options

Weekly pay and competitive rates

Paid industry-leading training

Ongoing development opportunities

Discounts with Blue Light Card

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months post-qualification experience in children/young adult setting.
• Must have the right to work in the UK.
• Clear enhanced DBS is required, which can be applied for upon registration.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard and promote the wellbeing of children with learning difficulties.
• Manage complex behaviours and assist with personal care.
• Support educational development to promote independence.

Skills

Communication skills

Experience with EBD, SEMH, CSE, or SEN/SEND

Education

Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Children and Young People's Workforce

Job description

Overview

Join Nurseplus as a Children's Support Worker – Make a Difference Every Day. At Nurseplus, every shift you work is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those in need. As a Children's Support Worker, you'll provide high-quality care across a range of children's services within the social care sector, including residential homes, SEN schools, learning disability and challenging behaviour settings, as well as supporting children with more complex care needs.

Why Choose Nurseplus?

• Flexibility that Works for You: Choose your shifts, whether full-time, part-time, days, nights, or weekends, so you can fit work around your life.
• Weekly Pay & Competitive Rates: Earn between £13.15 and £19.00 per hour, with weekly pay and an annual pay review to reward your hard work.
• Workwise App: Take control of your schedule with our Workwise app – manage your availability and easily book shifts on your terms.
• Paid Industry-Leading Training: We pay for you to attend our mandatory, industry-leading training that's in line with the Care Certificate and Core Skills Training Framework, tailored to help you grow your skills.
• Ongoing Development Opportunities: From in-house courses to funded qualifications such as NVQ Levels 2 and 3, we support your professional growth at every stage.
• Blue Light Card: Enjoy thousands of discounts on the high street and online with eligibility for a Blue Light Card.

What You7ll Be Doing

Your day-to-day responsibilities as a Children's Support Worker may include supporting, safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of children with learning difficulties and challenging behaviour, managing complex behaviours and crisis intervention. You may be required to support them in several ways, from helping them with their educational development to aiding them with personal care, allowing them to gain independence and making a massive impact on their daily lives.

What We7re Looking For

• You must be over 21 years old and have the right to work in the UK.
• A minimum of 12 months post-qualification experience working within a children s/young adult setting.
• Knowledge in one of EBD, SEMH, CSE or SEN/SEND.
• A Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Children and Young People s Workforce is desirable.
• A good standard of English and the ability to communicate effectively.
• A clear enhanced DBS, which you can apply for upon registration.

If you 27re passionate about making a positive impact and want to work with a team that truly cares, we7d love to hear from you!

About Nurseplus

At Nurseplus, our mission is to make a positive impact and change lives every day. We are passionate about delivering the highest-quality care that truly makes a difference in the lives of those we support. We care for our staff as we do for our clients, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment that empowers our team to grow, thrive, and contribute to the communities they serve.