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Children's Support Worker
2 weeks ago
**Children's Support Worker**
**Contract Type**: Zero-Hour Contract
**Salary**: Rates of £14-£28 an hour, with additional bonuses and incentives
**About Us**: At Paragon Social Care, we are dedicated to supporting some of the most vulnerable children and young people in society. Our mission is to provide comprehensive support packages during times of crisis, ensuring each child receives the care and stability they need. We believe in excellence through understanding, leveraging trauma-informed and positive behaviour support frameworks to make a lasting difference in young lives.
**Role Overview**: As a Children's Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in the day-to-day lives of the young people we support. This position is ideal for individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact and have the flexibility to commit to the varying needs of our children. Consistency is key, so this role is perfect for full-time agency workers or those with highly flexible schedules.
**Key Responsibilities**:
- Provide trauma-informed support to meet the daily needs of young people, ensuring their safety and well-being.
- Promote healthy lifestyle choices through structured routines similar to those in a family home.
- Support the child’s engagement with education and extracurricular activities.
- Foster positive relationships with staff, professionals, and the wider community.
- Facilitate engagement with support services and health appointments.
- Transport children and young people to various appointments and activities using your own vehicle.
- Listen to and act upon the young person's views regarding their care, support, and accommodation.
- Support move-on plans and assist with smooth transitions to new placements.
- Communicate effectively within the team and with multi-agency partners.
**What We Offer**:
- **Rewarding Role**: Make a genuine difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people.
- **Opportunity**: With our new role of a Senior Support Worker, you will have the opportunity for growth and access to higher pay rates.
- **Extensive Training**: Gain access to online modules and a 3-day face-to-face training package, including Physical Intervention, Safeguarding Children, Trauma-Informed Practice, and Introduction to Polyvagal Theory.
- **Free DBS Check**: Provided at no cost to you.
- **Bonus Payments**: Earn additional bonuses and referral bonuses for recommending excellent colleagues.
- **Opportunity for growth**: With roles such as Senior Support Worker, be able to take on more responsibility on shift, making decisions for your team, with access to the higher pay rates
**Requirements**:
- Clear DBS check.
- Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle.
- Willingness to obtain vehicle business insurance and transport young people.
- Genuine interest in supporting vulnerable children and young people.
- Engaging, warm and friendly personality.
**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
