Youth Support Worker — Trauma-Informed Care & Growth

Paragon Social Care Limited; Wendy; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

Training and development

Career progression opportunities

Company pension

Employee referral bonus

Supportive management

Meaningful work

Job summary

Paragon Social Care Limited is recruiting a Childrens Support Worker to provide practical and emotional support to children and young people across residential homes and community-based packages. You will be a positive role model, helping young people feel safe, supported and encouraged while promoting independence and positive life choices.

Your role includes trauma-informed care, building trusted relationships, supporting daily routines, education and life skills, and encouraging hobbies and

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence.
• Access to own vehicle for work.
• Available to work a minimum of 2–3 shifts per week.
• Willing to complete an Enhanced DBS check.
• Desirable: Previous experience supporting children or young people (paid or voluntary).
• Desirable: NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Residential Care or an equivalent qualification.

Responsibilities

• Providing safe, consistent and trauma-informed care.
• Building positive, professional relationships based on trust and respect.
• Supporting daily routines, education and life skills.
• Encouraging hobbies, healthy routines and community participation.
• Transporting young people to school, appointments and activities.
• Working closely with social workers, families and other professionals.
• Maintaining accurate records and contributing to safeguarding processes.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Emotionally resilient

Confident communicator

Independent worker

Team player

Flexible and adaptable

Passionate about helping young people

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Residential Care or equivalent

Job description

Paragon Social Care Limited is recruiting a Childrens Support Worker to provide practical and emotional support to children and young people across residential homes and community-based packages. You will be a positive role model, helping young people feel safe, supported and encouraged while promoting independence and positive life choices.

Your role includes trauma-informed care, building trusted relationships, supporting daily routines, education and life skills, and encouraging hobbies and