Support Worker (Children / Crisis Care / HCA) - Peterborough

Direct Healthcare; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Peterborough is seeking Support Workers to provide care and stability for Looked After Children aged 10-18. The role involves supporting children with day-to-day life skills and working with social workers to create a nurturing environment. Candidates should have experience with vulnerable young people and flexibility for various shifts. This role offers competitive hourly pay and the chance to make a real impact in the lives of young people.

Benefits

£15-£17 per hour (DOE)

Flexible hours that suit you

Ongoing training & support

The chance to make a real impact

Qualifications

• Experience with vulnerable young people (LAC or similar).
• Knowledge of safeguarding & trauma-informed care.
• Flexibility for evenings, weekends & sleep-ins.
• Driving licence & own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Support children with day-to-day life skills.
• Provide a safe, nurturing environment.
• Work with social workers, schools & health teams.
• Respond to challenging behaviours with compassion.

Skills

Experience with vulnerable young people (LAC or similar)

Knowledge of safeguarding & trauma-informed care

Flexibility for evenings, weekends & sleep-ins

Driving licence & own vehicle

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Childcare or Health & Social Care

Job description

Overview

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people?

We're seeking Support Workers to provide care and stability to Looked After Children (LAC) aged 10-18 in unregulated placements across Peterborough.

Responsibilities

• Support children with day-to-day life skills.
• Provide a safe, nurturing environment.
• Work with social workers, schools & health teams.
• Respond to challenging behaviours with compassion.

Qualifications

What you need:

• Experience with vulnerable young people (LAC or similar).
• Knowledge of safeguarding & trauma-informed care.
• Flexibility for evenings, weekends & sleep-ins.
• Driving licence & own vehicle.

Desirable

• Level 3 Diploma in Childcare or Health & Social Care.
• Previous work in unregulated settings.
• PMVA/MAPA or similar training.

Benefits

• £15-£17 per hour (DOE)
• Flexible hours that suit you
• Ongoing training & support
• The chance to make a real impact

Apply now to start a rewarding role where no two days are the same!