Support Worker

Aylesbury Resi; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Workwise app

Paid training

Development opportunities

Blue Light Card

Job summary

Nurseplus is recruiting a Children's Support Worker to help pupils in a SEN school access learning and develop independence. You will join a compassionate team focused on wellbeing and educational progress.

We offer flexible shifts (days, nights, weekends), weekly pay and Industry-leading training aligned with Care Certificate. There are funded qualifications and access to development opportunities, plus Blue Light Card benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in a children's/young adult setting (min 12 months post-qualification).
• Knowledge in EBD, SEMH, CSE or SEN/SEND.
• Clear enhanced DBS (upon registration).

Responsibilities

• Support, safeguard and promote the wellbeing of children with learning difficulties and challenging behaviour.
• Manage complex behaviours and crises; provide educational and personal-care support to promote independence.
• Contribute to pupils' learning journeys and daily wellbeing in a SEN setting.

Skills

Right to work in UK

English communication

Education

Level 3/4 Diploma in Children and Young People’s Workforce

Job description

Children's Support Worker Required

Join Nurseplus as a Children's Support Worker - Make a Difference Every Day

At Nurseplus, every day you work is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people. As a Children's Support Worker, you'll be providing high-quality support within a special educational needs (SEN) school, helping pupils to access learning, develop independence, and achieve their full potential. You'll become part of a compassionate school team where every contribution counts, and you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to a child's educational journey and overall wellbeing.

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 £12.85 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 You'll 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 to their daily lives.

What We're 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're passionate about making a positive impact and want to work with a team that truly cares, we'd 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. But our commitment doesn't stop there - we care just as much for our staff as we do for our clients. By fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, we empower our team to grow, thrive, and make a meaningful contribution to the communities they serve