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Paragon Social Care

Child & Youth Support Worker

Harlow
£17 – £28/hr
Posted 4 months ago
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🌟 Make a Real Difference – Become a Children’s Support Worker with Paragon Social Care! 🌟 Are you ready to change a young person’s life for the better? At Paragon Social Care, that’s exactly what you’ll do! We’re on the lookout for passionate, caring, and resilient individuals to join our incredible team of Children’s Support Workers. Whether you’ve got experience in care or you’re looking for a rewarding new challenge, this is your chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of vulnerable children who need you most. Who Are We? At Paragon Social Care, our vision is simple: “Excellence Through Understanding.” We provide essential 24/7 wraparound support for children and young people in local authority care during times of uncertainty and transition. Our goal? To create safe, nurturing, and stable environments while planning for their future. Every child deserves care, compassion, and opportunity – and that starts with YOU. What Does a Day Look Like? No two days are the same, but here’s what you’ll be doing: Providing compassionate, trauma-informed care to keep young people safe and supported Building positive relationships and promoting healthy routines Preparing meals, supporting education, and encouraging life skills Advocating for their voice, making sure they feel heard and valued Supporting medical appointments and community activities Using your own vehicle to transport young people when needed Helping them move forward with confidence into their next chapter What We’re Looking For: ✔ Experience working with children or young people (paid or voluntary) ✔ A full UK driver’s licence and your own car ✔ Patience, empathy, and emotional resilience ✔ A flexible approach (agency role) ✔ A clear enhanced DBS (or willingness to complete one) A relevant qualification (NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Residential Care or equivalent) is desirable, but not essential. What You’ll Get in Return: Competitive pay: £17.50 – £28 per hour (depending on shift type!)

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Skills

Compassionate Care
Trauma-Informed Care
Building Relationships
Healthy Routines
Meal Preparation
Education Support
Life Skills
Advocacy
Medical Support
Community Activities
Transportation
Emotional Resilience
Patience
Flexibility
DBS Clearance
Child Care Experience

Location

Harlow, England, United Kingdom

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