Trauma-Informed Children's Support Worker (Residential)

Paragon Social Care Limited; St. Neots; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working patterns

Training and development

Company pension scheme

Referral bonus scheme

Job summary

Paragon Social Care Limited is recruiting Children's Support Workers across Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire to provide trauma-informed, consistent support for children and young people in care. You will work as part of a team in residential settings and community-based packages, fostering safe, stable environments and positive outcomes.

The role requires calm, reliable individuals with strong communication skills, a full UK driving licence, and a willingness to undergo enhanced DBS checks.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people is desirable (paid or voluntary).
• Calm, resilient and emotionally mature approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Willingness to complete an enhanced DBS check.
• NVQ Level 3 in Children's Residential Care is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, trauma-informed support to children and young people.
• Build positive, professional relationships based on trust and respect.
• Support daily routines, independence, education and life skills development.
• Encourage engagement in activities, hobbies and healthy routines.
• Support attendance at appointments, education and community activities.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to safeguarding and care planning.
• Transport young people where required (own vehicle essential).

Skills

Communication skills

Driving licence

Relationship building

Calm, resilient approach

DBS check willingness

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Children's Residential Care

Job description

Paragon Social Care Limited is recruiting Children's Support Workers across Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire to provide trauma-informed, consistent support for children and young people in care. You will work as part of a team in residential settings and community-based packages, fostering safe, stable environments and positive outcomes.

The role requires calm, reliable individuals with strong communication skills, a full UK driving licence, and a willingness to undergo enhanced DBS checks.