# Children's Support Worker

> Paragon Social Care · Kirk Merrington, United Kingdom · Temporary · Posted 2026-02-24

**Salary:** GBP 36,400–58,240

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** North

## Description

**🌟 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

## Requirements

**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 (waking nights, weekends, and sleep-ins when required)  
✔ **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._

## Benefits

**What You’ll Get in Return:** 

**Competitive pay:** £17.50 – £28 per hour (depending on shift type!)

  
**Extensive free training:**

-   21 online modules + in-person training in safeguarding, trauma-informed practice, positive behaviour support, and more
-   Clear career progression opportunities (Senior Support Worker and beyond!)

**Fantastic perks:**

-   Flexible schedules
-   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!

## Apply

[Apply at Paragon Social Care](https://apply.workable.com/paragon-social-care/j/67272A8FA7/apply)

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