Job Purpose
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To provide high-quality, person-centred support to children and young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD), Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Learning Disabilities (LD), and Care/Leaving Care backgrounds. The Support Worker will promote independence, emotional wellbeing, safety, and positive outcomes while maintaining a nurturing and structured environment.
Key Responsibilities
Provide direct support and care to children and young people in line with individual care/support plans
Build positive, professional relationships based on trust, respect, and consistency
Support emotional regulation and behaviour management using trauma-informed and therapeutic approaches
Assist with daily living tasks, routines, and personal care where required
Promote independence, confidence, and life skills development
Support with education, appointments, activities, and community engagement
Implement behaviour support plans and de-escalation strategies
Maintain accurate daily records, incident reports, and safeguarding documentation
Work collaboratively with families, social workers, schools, and external professionals
Ensure safeguarding and child protection procedures are followed at all times
Support young people transitioning from care towards independent living
Encourage positive social interaction, healthy routines, and emotional wellbeing
Essential Requirements
Previous experience supporting children/young people with EBD, Autism, LD, or Care Experience
Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
Knowledge of behaviour support / de-escalation strategies
Ability to remain calm and resilient in challenging situations
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Flexible to work xxuwjjq shifts, weekends, sleep-ins, and waking nights where required
Full UK Driving Licence (preferred/essential depending on service)
Right to work in the UK
Desirable Qualifications
NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care / Children & Young People
Team Teach / PMVA / MAPA / CPI Training
Safeguarding Training
First Aid / Medication Administration Training
Personal Qualities
Compassionate and empathetic
Reliable and professional
Resilient and emotionally mature
Patient and understanding