# Child and Youth Support Worker

> Paragon Social Care · Ferryhill, United Kingdom · — · Posted 2026-05-17

**Salary:** GBP 36,400–58,240

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Durham - Tokollo

## Description

🌈 **Change a Life. Shape a Future. Become a Children’s Support Worker with Paragon Social Care!** 🌈

Do you want a career that _actually_ matters? One where every shift has the power to change a young person’s life?  
At **Paragon Social Care**, that’s not a slogan — it’s what we do every day.

We’re looking for **compassionate, resilient, and motivated individuals** to join our exceptional team of Children’s Support Workers. Whether you’re experienced in care or ready to step into a deeply rewarding new challenge, this is your opportunity to make a real and lasting impact.

### 💙 Who We Are

Our vision is simple but powerful: **“Excellence Through Understanding.”**

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 You’ll Be Doing

No two days are ever the same, but you’ll be:

-   Providing **trauma-informed, compassionate care**
-   Building trusting relationships and positive daily routines
-   Supporting education, life skills, and independence
-   Preparing meals and encouraging healthy lifestyles
-   Advocating for young people and ensuring their voices are heard
-   Supporting medical appointments and community activities
-   Transporting young people using your own vehicle when required
-   Helping them move forward with confidence and belief in themselves

### Why Paragon?

Because this isn’t “just a job.”  
It’s a chance to be **the steady adult**, the **safe space**, the **reason a young person believes in their future again**.

If you bring the passion, **we’ll give you the training, support, and opportunities to thrive.**

👉 **Apply today and become the difference in a child’s story.**

_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._

## Requirements

### What We’re Looking For

✔ 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 Children’s Residential Care) is desirable but not essential — we’ll support the right people to grow._

## Benefits

### 🎁 What You’ll Get

💷 **Excellent pay:** £17.50 – £28 per hour (depending on shift type)

📚 **Extensive FREE training**, including:

-   21 online learning modules
-   In-person training in safeguarding, trauma-informed care, positive behaviour support, and more

🚀 **Clear career progression** — Senior Support Worker and beyond

🌟 **Great perks**, including:

-   Flexible working patterns
-   Casual dress code
-   Company pension
-   Referral bonuses

## Apply

[Apply at Paragon Social Care](https://apply.workable.com/paragon-social-care/j/C5A7AF7FAF/apply)

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