Make a Real Difference – And Have Fun Doing It
Are you looking for a rewarding career where every day is different, full of learning, laughter, and the chance to genuinely change lives?
We are looking for compassionate, energetic, and committed individuals to join our team supporting children and young people in residential care. This is more than a job – it’s an opportunity to help young people feel safe, valued, and inspired to reach their potential.
- Building positive, trusting relationships with children and young people
- Supporting them with daily routines, education, and personal development
- Planning and taking part in activities – from movie nights to outdoor adventures
- Helping create a safe, stable, and nurturing home environment
- Encouraging independence, confidence, and resilience
- Working as part of a supportive team that celebrates success together
Position: Children's Support Worker
Location: Little Addington, Northamptonshire (NN14 postcode)
Hours: up to 42 hours per week, Part time and full time opportunities available.
Pay: £29374.80 unqualified or £29920.80 qualified
WE DO NOT OFFER SPONSORSHIP
About you
We’re looking for someone who brings the right attitude and reflects our values above all else:
- You are kind, patient, and genuinely care about making a difference to young people
- You have a positive outlook and bring energy, humour, and enthusiasm into your work
- You are resilient and calm under pressure, able to support young people through challenges
- You’re a great team player, but also confident working independently
- You have strong communication skills and can build meaningful relationships
- You are open to learning and committed to completing your Level 3 Diploma
- You’re flexible and willing to work shifts, including evenings and weekends
Whether you have experience or are completely new to the sector, if you have the passion and drive to learn, we want to hear from you.
At the heart of the ethos are five key words, these underpin the PRIDE taken in the services.
‘Potential, Responsibility, Integrity, Diversity, Empathy’
This is a role where:
✨ No two days are the same
✨ You’ll be constantly learning and developing
✨ You’ll share real moments of joy, laughter, and achievement
✨ You’ll make a genuine difference in young people’s lives
✨ You’ll be part of a close-knit, supportive team
From celebrating achievements to enjoying fun activities together, you’ll build memories that matter – for both you and the young people you support.
What we can offer!
- Opportunity for career development
- Life cover - you will be entitled to death in service benefit.
- Trained mental health first aiders
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Refer a friend scheme - £400 each time a successful referral is made
*subject to eligibility & criteria