Trauma-Informed Children's Support Specialist - Flexible Shifts

Paragon Social Care; Rowley Regis; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules (agency role)

Casual dress code

Company pension

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Paragon Social Care is recruiting Children’s Support Workers across the West Midlands to make a real difference in a young person’s life. You’ll provide compassionate, trauma-informed care, build positive relationships, support education and daily routines, and advocate for the voice of the child during appointments and activities.

You’ll also help with transport when needed and move with the team through challenging transitions.

Qualifications

• Experience with children or young people, paid or voluntary.
• Full UK driver’s licence and own car.
• Patience, empathy and emotional resilience.
• Willingness to complete an enhanced DBS check.
• NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Residential Care is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, trauma-informed care to keep young people safe.
• Build positive relationships and promote healthy routines.
• Prepare meals, support education and encourage life skills.
• Advocate for the child’s voice and accompany medical appointments.

Skills

Child care experience

Driver's license

Patience empathy

DBS clearance

Own car

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Residential Care

Job description

Paragon Social Care is recruiting Children’s Support Workers across the West Midlands to make a real difference in a young person’s life. You’ll provide compassionate, trauma-informed care, build positive relationships, support education and daily routines, and advocate for the voice of the child during appointments and activities.

You’ll also help with transport when needed and move with the team through challenging transitions.