Therapeutic Support Worker- Children - Fully Funded Degree

Charles Hunter Associates; Totnes; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The Council is seeking a Therapeutic Support Worker – Children for a permanent social care role in Devon. Salary ranges from £28,000 to £35,000 per annum for full-time work, with additional sleep allowance up to £70 per shift in some cases, located in Dartington.

We require passion for working with children and young people, including those with traumatic backgrounds, learning disabilities, or mental health challenges.

Qualifications

• Experience with children or young people with learning disabilities, mental health challenges, or challenging behaviours.
• Level 3 in Residential Childcare or equivalent (or willingness to complete).
• Ability to work shifts, including weekends and overnight stays.
• Valid driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential).

Responsibilities

• Provide supportive care to children and young people with diverse needs.
• Support learning and social development in SEN/community settings.
• Work flexible shifts, including overnights.

Skills

Experience with children

Trauma-informed care

Behaviour management

Driving license

Education

Level 3 in Residential Childcare

Job description

Therapeutic Support Worker – Children – Fully Funded Degree

Permanent position in Social Care at the council.

Salary and location:

• £28,000 – £35,000 per annum (full‑time).
• Up to £33,750 per annum.
• Up to £31,000 per annum.
• Up to £31,000 per annum + £70 per sleep.
• Location: Dartington, Devon.

We are looking for passionate support workers with professional experience working with children and young people, including those with traumatic backgrounds, learning disabilities, mental health issues, or challenging behaviours. Experience in SEN education, youth work, young offenders, or fostering is also desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young adults with learning disabilities, mental health challenges, or challenging behaviours (including SEN school, youth work, community young people, children's learning disabilities, semi‑independent services, care leavers, youth justice, children's homes).
• Level 3 in Residential Childcare or equivalent (or willingness to complete).
• Ability to work shifts, including weekends and overnight stays.
• Valid driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential).