Trauma-Informed Children's Support Worker

Paragon Social Care; Blaydon on Tyne; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Free training & development

Company pension

Flexible agency shifts

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Paragon Social Care is seeking Children's Support Workers to support vulnerable children in local authority care. You will provide trauma-informed care, build positive relationships, support education, meals, and life skills while advocating for young people.

Experience with children or volunteering helps; a UK driving licence and own vehicle are preferred. DBS check required or willingness to obtain. This role offers flexible shifts and progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people (paid or voluntary).
• Full UK driving licence and own vehicle.
• Patience, empathy, and resilience.
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one).

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, trauma-informed care to children and young people.
• Build positive relationships and support healthy routines.
• Prepare meals, support education, and develop life skills.
• Advocate for young people and ensure their voices are heard.
• Support medical appointments and community activities.
• Transport young people using your own vehicle when required.

Skills

Experience with children/young people

Full UK driving licence

Patience & empathy

Flexibility to work nights/weekends

DBS check ready

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Children\'s Residential Care

Job description

Paragon Social Care is seeking Children's Support Workers to support vulnerable children in local authority care. You will provide trauma-informed care, build positive relationships, support education, meals, and life skills while advocating for young people.

Experience with children or volunteering helps; a UK driving licence and own vehicle are preferred. DBS check required or willingness to obtain. This role offers flexible shifts and progression opportunities.