Paragon Social Care
Waking Night Crisis Support Worker
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Are you passionate about helping children and young people thrive?
At Paragon Social Care, weâre looking for compassionate and resilient Childrenâs Support Workers to join our team.
This is more than a job â itâs your chance to provide stability, encouragement, and care that truly changes lives.
Who We Are
Our vision is simple but powerful: âExcellence Through Understanding.â
We provide 24/7 wraparound support for children and young people in local authority care, particularly during times of uncertainty and transition. Our focus is on creating safe, nurturing, and stable environments while helping young people prepare for their next chapter.
Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and hopeful, and you can be the person who makes that happen.
What Youâll Be Doing
In this rewarding role, you will:
- Provide trauma-informed, compassionate care
- Build trusting relationships and create positive daily routines
- Support education, life skills, and independence
- Prepare meals and promote healthy lifestyles
- Advocate for young people and ensure their voices are heard
- Support medical appointments and community activities
- Transport young people using your own vehicle when required
- Encourage confidence, resilience, and belief in their future
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Why Join Paragon Social Care?
This isnât just a job â itâs your chance to be the safe, steady presence a young person needs.
We invest in our children and our team, offering the training, support, and development you need to thrive.
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This role is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check due to working with vulnerable young people. Safeguarding and promoting their welfare is a priority, and all applicants must share this commitment.
What Weâre Looking For
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- Experience working with children or young people (paid or voluntary)
- A full UK driving licence and access to your own car
- Patience, empathy, and emotional resilience
- Flexibility to work waking nights, weekends, and sleep-ins
- A clear enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
A relevant qualification (such as NVQ Level 3 in Childrenâs Residential Care) is desirable but not essential â weâll support the right people to grow.
What Youâll Get
- Excellent pay
- ÂŁ17.50ph - ÂŁ24.00ph PAYE Rate (including holiday pay)
- ÂŁ20.00ph - ÂŁ28.00ph Umbrella Rate
- Extensive FREE training, including:
- 21 online learning modules
- In-person training in safeguarding, trauma-informed care, positive behaviour support, and more
- Clear career progression â Senior Support Worker and beyond
- Great perks, including:
- Flexible working patterns
- Casual dress code
- Company pension
- Referral bonuses
âIt took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what Iâve been looking for.â
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