Trauma-Informed Children’s Support Worker

Paragon Social Care; St. Austell; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Casual dress code

Company pension

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Paragon Social Care in the United Kingdom is seeking compassionate and resilient Support Workers to help vulnerable children and young people in local authority care. You’ll provide trauma-informed care, build trust, and promote safe routines across daily activities.

You’ll support meals, education, transportation when required, and advocate to ensure each child’s voice is heard. DBS checks apply; waking nights and weekends may be needed.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people, paid or voluntary.
• Full UK driving licence and your own car.
• Patience, empathy and emotional resilience.
• Flexible approach including waking nights, weekends and sleep-ins.
• Clear enhanced DBS or willingness to complete one.
• NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Residential Care or equivalent is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Providing compassionate, trauma-informed care to keep young people safe and supported.
• Building positive relationships and promoting healthy routines.
• Preparing meals, supporting education, and encouraging life skills.
• Advocating for their voice, making sure they feel heard and valued.
• Supporting medical appointments and community activities.
• Using your own vehicle to transport young people when needed.
• Helping them move forward with confidence into their next chapter.

Skills

Experience with children/young people

Driver’s licence

Empathy and resilience

Flexible schedule

DBS clearance willingness

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Residential Care

Job description

Paragon Social Care in the United Kingdom is seeking compassionate and resilient Support Workers to help vulnerable children and young people in local authority care. You’ll provide trauma-informed care, build trust, and promote safe routines across daily activities.

You’ll support meals, education, transportation when required, and advocate to ensure each child’s voice is heard. DBS checks apply; waking nights and weekends may be needed.