Youth Support Worker - Flexible Shifts & Growth Opportunities

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

Benefits offered by this job

Free training

Career progression

Supportive environment

Flexible shifts

Dress code

Company pension

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Paragon Social Care in the United Kingdom is seeking a Children’s Support Worker to provide consistent, caring support to young people in care. You’ll help with daily routines, education, meals, and community involvement.

You don’t need previous experience, but reliability, patience and a commitment to safeguarding are essential. A full UK driving licence and access to a car are preferred, and a DBS check is required.

Qualifications

• Reliable, patient, and genuinely care about making a difference.
• DBS check is required; safeguarding is a priority.
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own car preferred.
• NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Residential Care is helpful but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Offer thoughtful, consistent care to young people who need it most
• Support learning, independence and daily life skills
• Prepare meals and encourage healthy habits
• Speak up for young people and ensure they are listened to
• Help attend appointments and participate in community activities
• Support safeguarding and welfare under DBS requirements

Skills

Reliable

Patient

Empathy

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Residential Care

Job description

Paragon Social Care in the United Kingdom is seeking a Children’s Support Worker to provide consistent, caring support to young people in care. You’ll help with daily routines, education, meals, and community involvement.

You don’t need previous experience, but reliability, patience and a commitment to safeguarding are essential. A full UK driving licence and access to a car are preferred, and a DBS check is required.