Support Worker for Young People

3 months ago


Blaydon, United Kingdom Paragon Social Care Full time

**Support Worker for Young People**

At **Paragon Social Care** we support vulnerable and challenging children and young people who are looked after by the council, who find themselves between longer term placements. We step in during these critical times of transition and supply wrap around 24/7 packages of support until a more suitable longer term placement is found. Our support packages start at a staffing ratio of 1:1 up to a maximum of 6:1 depending on the individual needs of each young person.

**An average day as a Support Worker**:

- Planning and participating in fun activities and outings
- Establishing an 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.

**Are you looking for**:

- Competitive salaries and bonuses
- Transparent channels of communication and feedback
- Flexible work-life balance with a 0-hour contract
- Continuous training and development

**Requirements**:

- You are highly flexible in your working life
- You are a car driver and will obtain Motor Vehicle Business Insurance
- Your DBS is clear
- You have an engaging and warm personality
- You have full Right To Work status to work in the UK, we cannot offer sponsorships
- You are highly professional and dedicated to your work

**Job Type**: Zero hours contract

Pay: £15.00-£28.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Referral programme

Schedule:

- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Flexitime
- Night shift

Application question(s):

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

**Experience**:

- Support Environment: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- full UK Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person



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