Children Support Worker
Paragon Social Care
Durham, County DurhamView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£36,400 to £58,240
Contract
Not specified
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
Not specified
In plain English
What this job actually involves
You will support children in local authority care, providing 24‑hour help during transitions and everyday life. The role suits caring, resilient people who enjoy working with young people.
What you'll need
- Be compassionate and stay calm under pressure
- Have experience working with children or young people
- Hold a relevant qualification such as Level 3 Health & Social Care or a degree
- Be able to work flexible hours, including evenings or weekends
- Show good communication and teamwork skills
- Pass a clear DBS (criminal record) check
How to boost your chances
- Volunteer or work in a youth setting to build experience
- Take a short safeguarding children course before applying
- Prepare examples of helping young people for the interview
- Ensure your DBS check is up to date
- Highlight caring and resilience on your CV
- Think about how you manage stressful situations and be ready to discuss
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Job description
Are you keen on making a difference in the lives of Young people? At Paragon Social Care, we’re looking for compassionate and resilient Children’s Support Workers to join our team. 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 stableenvironments while helping young peop…
How to apply
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Provenance
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Adzuna
First seen
20 August 2026
Last checked
17 October 2026
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