At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children and young people with diverse needs in their homes and communities.
- Company: Family-run organisation dedicated to providing meaningful support.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, paid leave, pension, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible hours available with a clear path for career progression.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of children while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience with children with special needs and a Level 3 qualification preferred.
The predicted salary is between 32175 - 32175 £ per year.
Freedom Care is recruiting Specialist Support Workers to join our growing permanent team across Dorset. We are a family-run, CQC-regulated organisation providing relationship-based support, respite and short breaks to children and young people, including autistic children, children with learning disabilities and those with additional support needs. This is a permanent role with guaranteed contracted hours. It is not an agency or zero-hour position.
Salary and contracted hours
- The full-time equivalent salary is £32,175 per annum, based on 37.5 hours per week.
- 16 hours - £13,728 per annum
- 20 hours - £17,160 per annum
- 25 hours - £21,450 per annum
- 30 hours - £25,740 per annum
- 37.5 hours - £32,175 per annum
Employees also receive paid annual leave and access to a workplace pension.
About The Role
You will provide consistent, person-centred support to children and young people in their homes and local communities.
The Role May Include
- Providing respite, short breaks and community-based support
- Supporting communication, emotional regulation, confidence and independence
- Helping children access activities and opportunities that are meaningful to them
- Following individual support plans, risk assessments and agreed strategies
- Completing clear records and communicating with families and managers
Travel requirements
- Hold a full UK driving licence
- Have access to a reliable vehicle
- Willingness to travel
- Have business-use motor insurance
Authorised business mileage is paid in accordance with Freedom Care's mileage policy.
Requirements and Experience
- Experience supporting autistic children or children with learning disabilities, SEN or SEND
- A Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care, Children and Young People, or a related subject
- A calm, dependable and relationship-focused approach
- Good communication, observation and record-writing skills
- The flexibility to work some evenings and weekends
Applicants without a Level 3 qualification may still be considered where they have strong relevant experience and a willingness to develop.
What Freedom Care offers
- Permanent contracted hours with part-time and full-time options
- Paid annual leave, workplace pension and qualifying mileage payments
- Regular supervision, specialist training and ongoing professional development
- Consistent work with a small number of children and families
- A structured progression route into senior support, supervision, case management and coordination roles
- The opportunity to grow within a rapidly expanding family-run organisation
Children and Youth Support Worker – Bournemouth employer: Freedom Care Group
Freedom Care is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for our Specialist Support Workers. With guaranteed contracted hours and flexible full-time or part-time options, we prioritise employee well-being and work-life balance. Our commitment to professional development ensures that you will have ample opportunities for growth while making a meaningful impact in the lives of children and young people across Dorset.
