Support Worker – Children & Young People (CYP)
📍 Wakefield & Wider West Yorkshire
💼 Flexible Shifts | Competitive Pay | Weekly Pay
Velox Social Care is seeking dedicated and compassionate Support Workers across Wakefield and the wider West Yorkshire area to deliver high-quality, person-centred support to Children and Young People (CYP) requiring structured care packages.
This is an opportunity to make a genuine difference in young people’s lives. We are looking for individuals who are passionate, resilient, and committed to empowering children to reach their full potential.
🔎 The Role
As a CYP Support Worker, you will:
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Provide structured, therapeutic support tailored to individual care plans
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Encourage positive progress through patience, consistency, and understanding
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Maintain accurate daily logs and incident reports
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Liaise with colleagues, the Care Management Team, and external agencies
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Promote emotional regulation, independence, and life skills
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Support young people in both community and accommodation-based settings
Shifts available include:
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Days
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Nights
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Long shifts
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Short shifts
Flexibility is essential due to varying client needs.
✅ Essential Requirements
To be considered, you 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 (PMVA-trained candidates must be willing to undertake Team Teach)
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Enhanced Child DBS (subscribed to the Update Service or willing to obtain one)
💼 Why Join Velox Social Care?
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Flexible working to suit your availability
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Weekly pay with competitive rates
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Mileage reimbursement
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Dedicated Consultant supporting you through compliance and bookings
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Exceptional support from an experienced Care Management Team
At Velox, we pride ourselves on empowering both our young people and our staff to grow and succeed.
If you meet the criteria and are ready to make a meaningful impact, apply today.
Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship at this time. Applicants requiring sponsorship will not be shortlisted