Crisis Support Worker for Young People and Children

This Support Worker opportunity is built around at Paragon Social Care, we’re looking for compassionate and resilient Children’s Support Workers to join our team. It would suit someone who can bring patience, clear communication, and respectful care standards to the role.

Role overview

We provide 24/7 wraparound support for children and young people in local authority care, particularly during times of uncertainty and transition. Build trusting relationships and create positive daily routines.

Main responsibilities

At Paragon Social Care, we’re looking for compassionate and resilient Children’s Support Workers to join our team.

What helps someone succeed

Handling shift-by-shift responsibilities with consistency and care. Strong professional approach.

Requirements

• A relevant qualification (such as NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Residential Care) is desirable but not essential — we’ll support the right people to grow.

Job details

• In-person training in safeguarding, trauma-informed care, positive behaviour support, and more.
• Excellent .50ph - £24.00ph PAYE Rate (including holiday .00ph - £28.00ph Umbrella Rate.
• Safeguarding and promoting their welfare is a priority, and all applicants must share this commitment.
• This role is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check due to working with vulnerable young people.

Requirements mentioned

• DBS check
• Driving licence