At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children in crisis with complex needs and challenging behaviours.
- Company: Velox Social Care, dedicated to making a meaningful impact.
- Benefits: Flexible shifts, excellent pay, and exceptional support from a caring team.
- Other info: Join a supportive environment with opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable young people.
- Qualifications: Experience in a CYP setting and a passion for helping others.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Support Worker Children in Crisis
Location: Dorset
Make a Meaningful Impact Support Children with Complex Needs
Velox Social Care is looking for experienced and compassionate Support Workers to join our team across Dorset. You will be supporting Children and Young People (CYP) in crisis situations, many of whom present with challenging behaviour and learning disabilities. This is a rewarding opportunity to provide person-centred, trauma-informed care to vulnerable young people who need consistency, structure, and emotional support to thrive.
About the Role
- Work with CYP who have complex needs, including learning disabilities and behavioural challenges
- Provide a nurturing, stable, and structured environment
- Support emotional, social, and educational development
- Encourage independence, life skills, and positive coping mechanisms
- Accurately complete daily logs and reports
- Liaise with internal teams and external agencies to ensure high standards of care
We offer flexible shift patterns including days, nights, and ongoing block bookings, with both short and long shifts available.
Essential Criteria
- Right to Work in the UK (We are unable to offer sponsorship)
- 6+ months UK experience working in a CYP setting, with specific experience in challenging behaviour and learning disabilities
- 3 references (2 professional, 1 character)
- In-date PMVA or Team Teach certificate (or willingness to complete training)
- An Enhanced Child DBS on the update service (or willing to obtain one)
Why Join Velox Social Care?
- Flexible working options
- Excellent weekly pay rates
- Exceptional support from an experienced Care Management Team
- Your own dedicated consultant to guide you through the process from compliance to shift bookings
If you're passionate about supporting children with additional needs and meet the criteria above, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and help make a real difference in the lives of young people in Berkshire.
Please Note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants requiring sponsorship will not be shortlisted.
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Velox Social Care is an exceptional employer dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of children and young people in crisis across Dorset. With flexible working options, excellent pay rates, and exceptional support from an experienced Care Management Team, we foster a nurturing work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. Join us to provide trauma-informed care and help vulnerable young people thrive in a structured and supportive environment.
