Support Worker - Variable Hour

Intelligent Care North East Ltd; North East; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual dress

Free parking

Health & wellbeing programme

Referral programme

Job summary

Intelligent Care North East Ltd is seeking a compassionate Child Support Worker to provide care for children across various settings. The role involves assisting with daily routines, implementing care plans, and supporting emotional development in a team environment.

The position offers a variable hours contract, with a pay rate of £18.33 per hour, and requires a valid driving licence for transportation duties. Location: County Durham, UK, with in-person work expectations.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children.
• Strong communication with families and team members.
• Ability to develop and follow care plans tailored to individual children.
• Good organisational skills for multi-tasking.
• Knowledge of IT systems for documentation.
• Valid driving licence for transportation duties.
• Empathy, patience and passion for child development.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive care and support to children, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times.
• Assist with daily routines including feeding, dressing, and activities suited to the child’s age and needs.
• Develop and implement personalised care plans with families and professionals.
• Support children’s emotional development through engaging activities and positive interaction.
• Maintain records of children’s progress, behaviour and incidents per policy.
• Facilitate communication between children, families and other professionals.
• Drive children to appointments or activities as required, ensuring safe transportation.
• Promote inclusive play and learning experiences that encourage socialisation and skills development.

Skills

Experience with children

Strong communication

Care plan development

Organisation

IT/documentation

Driving licence

Empathy & patience

Tools

IT systems

Job description

Pay:£18.33 per hour

Job description: Child Support Worker - Various Locations County Durham

Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Child Support Worker to provide essential support and care for children in various settings. The successful candidate will play a vital role in fostering a safe, nurturing environment, assisting with daily activities, and supporting children's emotional and developmental needs. This role offers an opportunity to make a positive impact on children's lives while working within a supportive team environment. This is a variable hours contract.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive care and support to children, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times
• Assist with daily routines including feeding, dressing, and organising activities suitable for the child's age and needs
• Develop and implement personalised care plans in collaboration with families and professionals
• Support children's emotional development through engaging activities and positive interaction
• Maintain accurate records of children's progress, behaviour, and any incidents in accordance with organisational policies
• Facilitate communication between children, families, and other professionals involved in the child's care
• Drive children to appointments or activities as required, ensuring safe transportation at all times
• Promote inclusive play and learning experiences that encourage socialisation and skill development

Skills

• Experience working with children
• Strong communication skills to effectively interact with children, families, and team members
• Ability to develop and follow care plans tailored to individual children's needs
• Good organisational skills to manage multiple responsibilities efficiently
• Knowledge of IT systems for documentation and reporting purposes
• Valid driving licence to facilitate transportation duties
• Empathy, patience, and a genuine passion for supporting children's growth and development

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Referral programme

Work Location: In person