Waking Night Children's Support Worker

Paragon Social Care; Chatteris; On-site; GBP 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

Training & development

Career progression

Company pension

Employee referral bonus

Supportive management

Meaningful work

Job summary

Paragon Social Care is seeking a dedicated Children's Support Worker to provide trauma‑informed support to young people in residential and community settings across Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire. You will help with daily routines, education, and independence, acting as a trusted adult in challenging moments.

Holders of a full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle are preferred, with 2–3 shifts per week.

Qualifications

• Caring, patient and emotionally resilient personality essential.
• Reliable with a strong sense of responsibility.
• Confident communicating with young people and professionals.
• Flexible and able to adapt to changing situations.
• Willingness to complete an Enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Providing safe, consistent and trauma‑informed support.
• Building positive, professional relationships based on trust and respect.
• Supporting education, life skills and independence.
• Encouraging participation in hobbies, activities and healthy routines.
• Transporting young people to school, appointments and community activities.
• Working alongside professionals to deliver high‑quality care.
• Completing accurate records and contributing to safeguarding processes.

Skills

Caring

Patience

Emotionally resilient

Reliability

Communication

Flexibility

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Children's Residential Care or equivalent

Job description

Paragon Social Care is seeking a dedicated Children's Support Worker to provide trauma‑informed support to young people in residential and community settings across Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire. You will help with daily routines, education, and independence, acting as a trusted adult in challenging moments.

Holders of a full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle are preferred, with 2–3 shifts per week.