Doncaster, United Kingdom | Posted on 30/03/2026
As a national leader in SocialCare for over 25 years, we are committed to innovation, excellence, and making a real impact. Our nurturing and empowering culture allows us to deliver exceptional services through our highly skilled, committed, and multi‑disciplinary teams.
Services Offered
* Family Assessment
* Children’s Residential
* 16+ Supported Living
* Learning Disabilities
All of our services are designed to provide safety, growth, and independence for individuals and families.
Mission
At Progressive Care, our brand stands for trust, quality, and care. Every service we provide is thoughtfully designed to deliver excellence, consistency, and a meaningful impact. With a professional and person‑centered approach, we ensure reliability and progress, creating lasting value for those we care and support.
Your Role as a Support Worker within Children’s Services
* Assist with the care and support of our children and young people aged 12-17 while ensuring that a homely environment is maintained.
* Contribute to meeting each child’s physical, emotional, social and educational needs.
* Build positive relationships with children and support their development – whilst ensuring that they are kept safe.
* Work within a Multi‑disciplinary Team to advocate for children's needs.
* Provide a positive and meaningful life experience for children to develop their skills and self‑esteem.
* Provide calm and safe responses when children and young people are unable to.
* Work in a Multi‑disciplinary Team to provide a nurturing environment in which young people can develop and thrive.
* Promote independence through care and support with daily tasks such as cooking, travel, etc.
* Complete key work responsibilities and maintain young people’s files.
Requirements
* Be willing to work towards or already hold a Level 3 Children Residential Childcare qualification (or equivalent).
* Have a passion to work with young people who sometimes demonstrate behaviours that challenge.
* Have a genuine desire to improve lives and promote self‑esteem.
* Demonstrate excellent communication skills and empathy.
* Stay calm under pressure and work flexibly.
* Have an awareness of this client group and be able to work on initiative, whilst also possessing a sense of resilience.
* Be flexible to work across all different shift patterns for example “Waking nights, day shift and sleep‑in shifts where applicable”.
What We Offer
* We recognise your skills with structured Salary Grades that reflect your experience and qualifications.
* Our Pay Structures are at the forefront of National Pay Standards.
* Excellent opportunities for career progression pathways: Senior Support Worker, Deputy Manager, Registered Manager, Service Manager.
* Full induction programme before you start.
* Service‑specific training to refine and enhance your skills.
* We fully fund your training and qualifications through our Nationally Accredited Training Centre.
* Access to excellent employee benefits designed to support your health, wellbeing, and personal development.
* With strong management support and supervision, you will always have the guidance and encouragement that give you the tools and confidence that you need to thrive in your role and career.
Are you ready to start your career in Social Care? Speak to our Talent Team and join the Progressive Care Community.
Due to the nature of this role, Progressive Care conducts enhanced background checks through the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) for all hired personnel.
Note that sponsorship is not available for this position, and all applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
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