# Children Support Worker - Mental Health

> Paragon Social Care · St Austell, United Kingdom · — · Posted 2026-09-02

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Cornwall - Sarah

## Description

_**Do You Want to Make a Real Difference? Become a 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 looking for passionate, caring, and resilient individuals to join our incredible team of Children’s Support Workers.**_

_**Whether you have previous experience in care or you’re looking for a rewarding new challenge, this is your opportunity 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 is to create safe, nurturing, and stable environments while supporting and 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 your role will include:**_

_**• 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**_

_**We’re looking for individuals who have:**_

_**✔ Experience working with children or young people, whether paid or voluntary**_

_**✔ A full UK driver’s licence and your own car**_

_**✔ Patience, empathy, and emotional resilience**_

_**✔ A flexible approach, including waking nights, weekends, and sleep-ins when required**_

_**✔ A clear enhanced DBS or willingness to complete one**_

_**A relevant qualification, such as an NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Residential Care or equivalent, is desirable but not essential.**_

_**What You’ll Get in Return**_

_**Competitive Pay**_

_**£17.50ph – £24.00ph PAYE Rate (including holiday pay)**_

_**£20.00ph – £28.00ph Umbrella Rate**_

_**Extensive Free Training**_

_**You’ll receive comprehensive training and development, including:**_

_**• Online modules and in-person training in safeguarding, trauma-informed practice, positive behaviour support, and more**_

_**• Clear career progression opportunities, including Senior Support Worker and beyond!**_

_**Fantastic Perks**_

_**• Flexible schedules (agency role)**_

_**• Casual dress code**_

_**• Company pension**_

_**• Referral bonuses**_

_**Why Join Us?**_

_**Because this isn’t just a job — it’s a chance to be the difference in a child’s story.**_

_**Every day, you’ll have the opportunity to inspire hope, create stability, and empower young people to believe in their future.**_

_**If you’ve got the passion, we’ll give you the training, support, and opportunity to thrive.**_

_**Apply today and start making the impact you were meant for!**_

_**This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore all shortlisted candidates must disclose any convictions or cautions that are not protected under current filtering legislation.**_

_**We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory safer recruitment checks which includes an Enhanced DBS Check.**_

## Apply

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