Waking Night Crisis Support: Trauma-Informed Youth Care

Paragon Social Care; Seaham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules (agency role)

Casual dress code

Company pension

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Paragon Social Care is seeking passionate Support Workers to help vulnerable children live safer, more stable lives. You’ll provide compassionate, trauma-informed care and build trusting relationships in a local authority setting.

No two days are the same: you’ll plan meals, support education and life skills, accompany appointments, and use your own vehicle to transport young people when needed. If you have experience with children, a flexible attitude, and a willingness to undertake an Enhanced

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people, whether paid or voluntary
• A full UK driver’s licence and your own car
• Patience, empathy, and emotional resilience
• A flexible approach, including waking nights, weekends, and sleep-ins when required
• A clear enhanced DBS or willingness to complete one
• A relevant qualification, such as an 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

Full UK driver's licence

Emotional resilience

Flexible schedule

DBS check willingness

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Residential Care

Job description

Paragon Social Care is seeking passionate Support Workers to help vulnerable children live safer, more stable lives. You’ll provide compassionate, trauma-informed care and build trusting relationships in a local authority setting.

No two days are the same: you’ll plan meals, support education and life skills, accompany appointments, and use your own vehicle to transport young people when needed. If you have experience with children, a flexible attitude, and a willingness to undertake an Enhanced