Support Worker Children

CV-LibraryB71, West Bromwich, SandwellpermanentPosted: 9 July 2026
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Children's Support Worker (Driver Required)

Job Title: Children's Support Worker (Male & Female)
Job Type: Temporary to Permanent (12-week temp-to-perm)
Pay Rate:

* £13.00 per hour (PAYE)

* £17.00 per hour (Umbrella)

* Minimum 40 hours per week

* Day and Night shifts available

About the Role

We are recruiting compassionate and reliable Children's Support Workers to provide high-quality care and support to children and young people in residential settings. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with experience working with children who are looking to develop a rewarding career in children's residential care.

This is a 12-week temporary-to-permanent opportunity, with successful candidates transferring to a permanent contract with the client after the initial temporary period.

Key Responsibilities

* Provide high-quality, person-centred support to children and young people.

* Build positive, professional relationships and promote emotional wellbeing.

* Support with daily routines, personal care (where required), education, appointments, and recreational activities.

* Encourage independence, confidence, and positive behaviour.

* Follow safeguarding policies and ensure the safety and welfare of children at all times.

* Maintain accurate records and complete required documentation.

* Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

* Transport children and young people when required.

Essential Requirements

* Full UK Driving Licence.

* Experience working with children in any capacity (residential care, schools, SEN, childcare, youth work, mentoring, coaching, etc.).

* Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service.

* Minimum 18 months remaining on your current UK work visa (where applicable).

* Good communication and interpersonal skills.

* Flexible to work a variety of day and night shifts, including weekends.

* Able to work a minimum of 40 hours per week.

Right to Work

* Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.

* Unfortunately, sponsorship is not available for this role.

Locations - Birmingham / Wolverhampton / Sutton Coldfield / Uttoxeter / Wednesbury / West Bromwich / Telford / Dudley

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