Crisis Children's & Young Person's Support Worker

Contract Type: Bank / Zero Hours

Shifts: Flexible - Days and Nights (including weekends)

Pay: £12.21 Sleep in Allowance

About the Role:

We are looking for experienced and compassionate Crisis Support Workers to join our team on a bank basis. This role involves supporting children and young people during high-risk or emergency situations, providing safety, stability, and emotional support when it's needed most.

You will work in a variety of settings including emergency placements, respite care, and one-to-one support. Shifts are available on both a planned and short-notice basis, including overnight work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide responsive care to children and young people in crisis.
• Ensure their emotional and physical wellbeing is prioritised.
• De-escalate challenging behaviour and manage high-pressure situations safely.
• Maintain clear records and communicate with professionals involved.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and risk assessments at all times.

Essential Requirements:

You must hold the following up-to-date training or be willing to complete before starting:

• First Aid (Paediatric preferred)
• Ligature Awareness
• Physical Intervention / Safe Hold Training (e.g., Team Teach, MAPA, or equivalent)
• Safeguarding Children Level 3
• De-escalation and Behaviour Management
• Understanding of Trauma-Informed Practice
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to obtain)
• Right to work in the UK and able to provide full references

About You:

• Confident, calm, and able to work under pressure
• Experienced in supporting children and young people, especially in crisis or residential care settings
• Flexible and reliable, with good availability for bank work
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries
• Able to work alone or as part of a team