About the Role We are recruiting experienced Ad Hoc Support Workers to support children aged 5 – 17 within residential children homes and 16–18 year olds within semi-independent services. This is ad hoc work only, covering sickness, annual leave and emergency/crisis situations. The young people supported present with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) and often have complex needs, including: * Mental health challenges * Self-harm behaviours * Substance misuse * Learning disabilities * History of offending * Asylum-seeking backgrounds While the majority of placements are planned, the service also supports emergency referrals, so confidence working in high-pressure situations is important. Choose your own shift pattern, we work off the availability you give us – days and nights available Key Requirements * Experience working with children / young adults * Confidence supporting young people with complex emotional and mental health needs * Ability to work independently * Calm, resilient and professional approach during crisis situations * Flexibility to accept last-minute and emergency shifts What We Offer * Flexible ad hoc work to fit around other commitments * Variety of services and settings * Support from an on-call management team * Opportunity to gain experience with complex and diverse young people If you are an experienced ...