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Support Worker - Children's Services

£29.37k - £29.92k per annum
Full-time

About The Role
Make a Real Difference – And Have Fun Doing It
Are you looking for a rewarding career where every day is different, full of learning, laughter, and the chance to genuinely change lives?

We are looking for compassionate, energetic, and committed individuals to join our team supporting children and young people in residential care. This is more than a job – it’s an opportunity to help young people feel safe, valued, and inspired to reach their potential.

Building positive, trusting relationships with children and young people
Supporting them with daily routines, education, and personal development
Planning and taking part in activities – from movie nights to outdoor adventures
Helping create a safe, stable, and nurturing home environment
Encouraging independence, confidence, and resilience
Working as part of a supportive team that celebrates success together


Position: Children's Support Worker

Location: Little Addington, Northamptonshire (NN14 postcode)

Hours: up to 42 hours per week, Part time and full time opportunities available.

Pay: £29374.80 unqualified or £29920.80 qualified

WE DO NOT OFFER SPONSORSHIP

About you

We’re looking for someone who brings the right attitude and reflects our values above all else:

You are kind, patient, and genuinely care about making a difference to young people
You have a positive outlook and bring energy, humour, and enthusiasm into your work
You are resilient and calm under pressure, able to support young people through challenges
You’re a great team player, but also confident working independently
You have strong communication skills and can build meaningful relationships
You are open to learning and committed to completing your Level 3 Diploma
You’re flexible and willing to work shifts, including evenings and weekends
Whether you have experience or are completely new to the sector, if you have the passion and drive to learn, we want to hear from you.

At the heart of the ethos are five key words, these underpin the PRIDE taken in the services.

‘Potential, Responsibility, Integrity, Diversity, Empathy’

This is a role where:

✨ No two days are the same
✨ You’ll be constantly learning and developing
✨ You’ll share real moments of joy, laughter, and achievement
✨ You’ll make a genuine difference in young people’s lives
✨ You’ll be part of a close-knit, supportive team
From celebrating achievements to enjoying fun activities together, you’ll build memories that matter – for both you and the young people you support.



What we can offer!

Long service awards
Opportunity for career development
Funded qualifications
Employee benefits app
Cycle to work
Pension
Life cover - you will be entitled to death in service benefit.
Trained mental health first aiders
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Employee Voice
Monthly staff prize draw
Refer a friend scheme - £400 each time a successful referral is made
*subject to eligibility & criteria
Vacancy posted 1 day ago
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