Children and Young People's Support Worker

  • Prospero Health and Social Care
  • Morpeth, Northumberland
  • Oct 01, 2025
Full time Healthcare & Medical

Job Description

Why Join Us?

Excellent pay - from £16.50 to £20 per hourPaid mileage for every shiftFully funded training (including a £500 TMVA course!)Flexible shift options - We can offer block shift bookings for long day sleep shifts (e.g. 2/3/4/5 days of straight shifts)Opportunities to develop your skills with ongoing training and support

About the role:

As a Children & Young People's Support Worker, you'll play a vital role in supporting young people within residential settings and the community. Working with at least 2:1 staffing ratio, you'll be ensuring safety, stability, and quality care always.

Location: Morpeth

You'll be:

  • Building positive, trusting relationships with young people.
  • Supporting daily routines (from school runs and appointments to bedtimes and activities).
  • Encouraging independence and personal development.
  • Keeping accurate daily records (emotions, routines, activities, food diaries, and more).
  • Helping manage money responsibly and keeping receipts.
  • Identifying and reporting any safeguarding concerns.
  • Supporting with personal care and household tasks when needed.
  • Handling behaviour that challenges with patience, resilience, and confidence.

What we're looking for:

  • A caring, professional, and non-judgemental attitude
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills
  • Emotional resilience and the ability to remain calm under pressure
  • Good attention to detail when writing notes and reports
  • Experience in social care or similar roles (advantageous but not essential)
  • Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification (preferred)
  • A valid DBS (we can help you apply)
  • A driver's licence is a bonus as locations vary

What you'll get in return:

  • A rewarding career where every day is different
  • The chance to make a lasting impact on a young person's life
  • Competitive hourly pay + mileage reimbursement
  • Flexible working pattern to fit your lifestyle
  • Training and development opportunities to grow your career

If you're ready to make a difference and want a role that's both challenging and incredibly rewarding, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and start your journey with us today!