Job Title: Support Worker - Children & Young People
Location: East Sussex
Job Type: Temporary (Ongoing)
Pay Rate: From £15.00 per hour (depending on experience)
Shifts: Days, Long Days, Sleep-ins & Waking Nights - Flexible Patterns
Hours: Lots of hours available
About the Role
We are currently recruiting Support Workers to work across a variety of settings throughout East Sussex, including:
*Children’s Residential Homes
*Young People’s Secure Units
*Specialist and Supported Living Provisions
This is a temporary role with ongoing opportunities and plenty of hours available. You will have the chance to gain experience in different environments while making a real difference in the lives of children and young people.
Key Responsibilities
*Build positive and professional relationships with children and young people
*Provide emotional and practical support tailored to individual needs
*Encourage engagement in education, activities, and daily routines
*Promote independence, confidence, and positive behaviour
*Maintain a safe and secure environment at all times
*Follow safeguarding procedures and report concerns appropriately
*Complete accurate daily records and incident reports
*Work collaboratively with team members and external professionals
What We’re Looking For
*Experience supporting children or young people (residential, secure, SEN, youth work, or similar settings desirable)
*Strong communication and interpersonal skills
*A calm and resilient approach in challenging situations
*Good understanding of safeguarding and child protection
*Flexible and reliable with availability for various shift patterns
*A caring, patient, and proactive attitude
What We Offer
*Pay rates starting from £15.00 per hour
*Temporary work with consistent, ongoing opportunities
*A wide range of shifts including days and waking nights
*Lots of hours available
*Opportunity to work in varied settings and gain valuable experience
*Supportive team and ongoing development opportunities
If you are passionate about supporting children and young people and are looking for flexible work with excellent earning potential, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to join our growing team in East Sussex.
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