Support Worker – Children & Young People (CYP)
📍 Durham & Surrounding Areas
💼 Flexible Shifts | Weekly Pay | Competitive Rates
Velox Social Care is recruiting dedicated and experienced Support Workers across Durham and the surrounding areas to provide high-quality, person-centred support to Children and Young People (CYP) requiring structured and therapeutic care packages.
If you are passionate about making a real difference and supporting young people through challenging periods in their lives, we want to hear from you.
🔎 The Role
As a CYP Support Worker, you will:
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Deliver structured, therapeutic support in line with individual care plans
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Promote emotional regulation, independence, and resilience
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Encourage engagement in education, community activities, and life skills
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Maintain accurate daily logs and incident reports
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Liaise effectively with colleagues, Care Management, and external professionals
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Provide support in both accommodation and community settings
We offer:
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Day shifts
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Night shifts
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Long and short shifts
Flexibility is essential due to varying client needs.
✅ Essential Requirements
Applicants must have:
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Right to Work in the UK
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Minimum 6 months’ UK experience in a CYP or similar setting
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3 references (2 professional, 1 character)
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In-date PMVA or Team Teach certificate (or willingness to complete Team Teach training)
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Enhanced Child DBS (Update Service or willing to obtain one)
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Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)
💼 Why Join Velox Social Care?
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Flexible working opportunities
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Weekly pay with competitive rates
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Mileage reimbursement
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Dedicated Consultant to support you through compliance and bookings
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Ongoing support from an experienced Care Management Team
At Velox Social Care, we are committed to empowering young people to move forward positively — and supporting our staff every step of the way.
If you meet the criteria and are ready to make a meaningful impact in Durham, apply today.
Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship at this time. Applicants requiring sponsorship will not be shortlisted