Children's Support Worker

3 days ago


Colchester, United Kingdom Paragon Social Care Full time

**Children’s Support Worker**

At _**Paragon Social Care**_, we're hoping you can help us with our mission, to make a meaningful impact on the lives of vulnerable and challenging children and young people under the care of local councils. During those crucial periods between long-term placements, we step in with 24/7 wrap-around support packages until a more suitable arrangement is found.

Some of the values we hope you will share with us at _**Paragon Social Care**_, are: a safe, stable and loving environment to explore and reach the child’s full potential, a culture of healthy choice, Self-confidence & Self-worth, Good physical and emotional health, and Healthy relationships in all areas of life.

**An average day for you as a Support Workers may include **
- Planning and participating in fun activities and outings
- Establishing that emotional engagement with the young person
- Ensuring the safety of the young person, this is pivotal at all times
- Preparing meals for the young person
- And transporting the young person to meetings, school, appointments, etc.

**Why work for us?**
- Casual dress - Wear something that is comfy, appropriate, and allows you to complete the job to the best of your ability
- Referral bonus packages - We want to give back to you as a support staff, recommend a friend when you come on board
- Flexible work/life balance - Work your shifts around your family, home life and activities with the 0-hour contract
- Highly competitive pay rates - With rates between £15-£28 an hour, we hope to increase your overall job satisfaction
- Communication - Our open and transparent communication channels will help you to feel heard, understood and supported through your journey with Paragon Social Care

**Job Type**: Zero hours contract

**Salary**: £15.00-£28.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Flexitime
- Referral programme

Schedule:

- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift

Application question(s):

- How far are you wiling to travel? (miles)
- Why do you want to work for Paragon Social Care?

**Experience**:

- Support Environment: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Full UK Driving Licence (no provisionals/international) (required)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person



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