Trauma-Informed Children's Support Worker, Flexible Shifts

Paragon Social Care; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible agency shifts

Casual dress

Company pension

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Paragon Social Care is seeking Children's Support Workers to help vulnerable children in local authority care. You will provide compassionate, trauma-informed care, build positive relationships, and support daily routines, education, and life skills.

The role involves advocacy, attendance at appointments, and optional transport duties using your own vehicle. A driver’s licence is required; DBS checks are part of safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people (paid or voluntary).
• Full UK driving licence and own vehicle.
• Patience, empathy, and resilience.
• Flexibility to work waking nights, weekends, and sleep-ins when required.
• NVQ Level 3 in Children's Residential Care (or equivalent) is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, trauma-informed care.
• Build positive relationships and encourage 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.
• Help them move confidently towards independence.

Skills

Experience with children/young people

Patience & empathy

Resilience

Flexibility for nights/weekends

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Children's Residential Care

Tools

Driving licence

Job description

Paragon Social Care is seeking Children's Support Workers to help vulnerable children in local authority care. You will provide compassionate, trauma-informed care, build positive relationships, and support daily routines, education, and life skills.

The role involves advocacy, attendance at appointments, and optional transport duties using your own vehicle. A driver’s licence is required; DBS checks are part of safeguarding.