What You'll Be Doing:
As a Support Worker, you'll act as a positive role model and trusted adult in a child's life. You'll provide emotional support and practical guidance, while also creating a safe and supportive environment.
Your daily activities might include:
* Helping the children get ready for school or appointments
* Cooking healthy meals like tea or breakfast together
* Supporting with homework or evening routines
* Organising fun activities such as baking, crafts, movie nights, or walks
* Attending key events like parents' evenings or special days out
* Creating consistent boundaries and offering reassurance
* Celebrating their achievements, big and small
* Supporting them to build independence - from budgeting to personal care
* Most importantly, being there as a calm, dependable, and caring adult when they need it most
You'll work closely with colleagues, social workers, teachers, and therapists – forming part of a multidisciplinary team all working in the child's best interests.
Key Qualities
* Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and young people?
* Are you driven to create positive outcomes for others?
* Are you flexible, compassionate, and child-focused?
* Are you ready to take the next step in a rewarding and meaningful career?
* Friendly, empathetic, and patient
* Enthusiastic and full of positive energy
* Emotionally resilient and calm under pressure
* Natural role model with a child‑first approach
* Willing to learn and grow in the role
Experience & Training
Experience in mental health, social care, or with children and young people is highly desirable, but not essential – full training is provided.
New staff must be comfortable using an electronic care recording system on a daily basis to document, monitor, and update children and young people's records accurately. Experience with Clearcare is an advantage, but full training will be provided. All staff are expected to confidently use digital systems as part of their day‑to‑day role.
Requirements
This role does not offer visa sponsorship. Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. All applicants must be willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check. You must be able to provide two professional references covering the last two years. You'll need to supply details of all roles involving children or vulnerable adults, and provide full employment history back to full‑time education.
Benefits
* Comprehensive induction and training from day one
* Ongoing professional development through our Learning & Development Team
* A beautiful, well‑equipped home environment tailored to children's needs
* A team who values your voice and input
* A chance to make a genuine difference every single day
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