Children's support worker

  • Prospero Health & Social Care - Liverpool
  • Burnley, Lancashire
  • Jul 08, 2026
Seasonal Healthcare & Medical

Job Description


Job Title : Support Worker
Area : Burnley
Pay Rate : GBP 16 - GBP 20 Per Hour
Hours : Full - Time, Part - Time, Flexible Shifts

About the Role:
As a Support Worker, you will provide essential support to individuals with varying needs, ensuring they have the opportunity to live fulfilling and independent lives. You will assist with personal care, daily activities, medication management, and social engagement, tailored to each individuals requirements. Your role will involve both practical support and emotional encouragement, helping clients achieve their personal goals.

What Were Looking For:

Previous experience in care or support work.
A compassionate and patient nature, with a genuine interest in supporting people.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to build rapport with clients and their families.
Ability to work flexibly and adapt to the changing needs of clients.
A positive, proactive attitude and a team player.
Enhanced DBS check (or Ewillingness to apply for one)
Full UK driving licence

The people involved in these placements can have a range of needs, including:

Challenging & aggressive behaviour
Learning disability
Autistic Spectrum Condition
ADHD
Personality Disorder
Self-Injury
M.H diagnosis
Victims of the range of abuses
Inappropriate behaviours

Criteria for these roles are:

Child and Adult DBS - on the update service
Previous Experience in a similar role
NVQ Level 3 in childcare or equivalent (desirable not essential)
References covering the last 3 years

IND-HSC