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Enabler

£25.99k per annum

Application Deadline: 30 June 2026

Department: Childrens Services

Location: Torbay Council

Compensation: £25,989 / year

Job Description & Person Specification >

Do you want to make a real difference to a young person’s life?

Torbay Council is seeking enthusiastic and caring individuals to join our team as Behaviour 1-1 Enablers. This is a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people with physical and/or learning disabilities, helping them to thrive at home, in the community, or at local Playschemes and Saturday Clubs.

About the Role:

  • Work 1:1 or in small groups to support children and young people with additional needs.
  • Enable participation in play, social, and community activities, building confidence and independence.
  • Provide practical support, including personal care and assistance with outings.
  • Help create safe, inclusive, and positive environments.
  • Work closely with families and professionals to ensure the best outcomes for each child.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Experience or qualifications in Play or Care for children and young people are desirable, but not essential - full training is provided.
  • A passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Reliability, flexibility, and a positive, team-focused attitude.
  • Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Why Join Us?

  • Flexible hours to suit you and the needs of the service.
  • Regular training and ongoing support.
  • Be part of a dedicated, friendly team making a real impact in the community.

How to Apply: We do not accept CVs. Please visit the Torbay Council Jobs website to complete an application form.

This post meets the requirements for an Enhanced Criminal Record Check. This will show spent and unspent convictions and adult cautions which have not been filtered in line with legislation, plus any information held by local Police that is considered relevant to the role.

If you are viewing this advert on a job board, you can access the full job description by placing the below URL into your browser:

For an informal chat please contact Debbie Roache on View phone number on unitedkingdom.jobradars.com or ***email_hidden*** (Wed-Fri), or Megan Randle on View phone number on unitedkingdom.jobradars.com or View email address on unitedkingdom.jobradars.com (Mon-Tues).

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Our adverts do sometimes close early - even where there's a published deadline - so if you're keen, please apply as soon as possible.

Skills

Essential:

  • Direct experience of working with children and young people with emotional related learning disabilities and behavioural conditions.
  • Ability to take direction from professionals and family.
  • Have a flexible approach to achieving the Outcomes for the child or young person.
  • Ability to work with a range of professional staff and Parent/Carers.
  • Ability to manage own time effectively to deliver the responsibilities of the role.

This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.

Knowledge

Essential:

  • Understanding of the appropriate physical and or personal.
  • Care requirements for children and young people with complex emotional and behaviour needs.
  • Understanding of Health and Safety Issues.
  • Knowledge of Safeguarding procedures for children and young people.

Experience & Qualifications

Essential:

  • Previous or current experience of working with children and young people with severe or complex learning, emotional or physical disabilities and their family and carers.
  • Achieved or working towards a qualification in Youth Work, Child Education & Development and/or Play work.
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