Support worker

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people through challenging times? This role offers the opportunity to make a genuine difference within a small, specialist residential service that provides trauma-informed, child-centred care to young people with complex emotional, mental health, and behavioural needs. About The Role As a Children Support Worker, you will provide day-to-day care and emotional support, helping children and young people feel safe, understood, and valued. You will work within a residential setting operating on a 24-hour rota, including weekends, with shifts typically lasting 12.5 hours. You will support the creation of positive routines and meaningful experiences, encourage educational engagement, and contribute to care planning, reviews, and key-work sessions. Working closely with therapists, schools, families, and other professionals, you will play a vital role in supporting stability, confidence, and long-term positive outcomes. This is a dynamic and rewarding role where no two days are the same, from shared activities and outdoor time to being a calm, consistent presence during difficult moments. You do not need to be perfect, but you do need to be patient, resilient, and genuinely caring. Key Responsibilities * Provide consistent, child-centred care and emotional support * Promote safety, wellbeing, and positive daily routines * Act as a key worker when required and contribute to...