Relief Children's Support Worker - Trauma-Informed Care

Kent County Council; Aylesford; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development

Pension

Annual leave

Job summary

Kent County Council in Ashford, Kent is seeking Permanent Relief Children’s Support Workers for a new Athena Children’s Home. You will support daily routines, help children with activities, and contribute to care plans in a small, trauma-informed setting.

The role offers zero-hour flexibility, on-site shifts, and training and development opportunities to build consistent, relationship-based care.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or vulnerable people.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Patience and resilience in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Build meaningful relationships with children and young people.
• Provide day-to-day care in a safe and nurturing environment.
• Support children to develop skills, confidence and independence.
• Be part of a team that values kindness, consistency and reflection.
• Champion safeguarding and positive outcomes for children.
• Record and share information to support high-quality care.

Skills

Child care experience

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Job description

Kent County Council in Ashford, Kent is seeking Permanent Relief Children’s Support Workers for a new Athena Children’s Home. You will support daily routines, help children with activities, and contribute to care plans in a small, trauma-informed setting.

The role offers zero-hour flexibility, on-site shifts, and training and development opportunities to build consistent, relationship-based care.