Support Worker - Children & Young People's Services in Newcastle upon Tyne

Support Worker - Children & Young People's Services

Newcastle upon Tyne
£13.00 - £20.00 per hour
Zero Hour Contract

Pin Point Health & Social Care is recruiting experienced Support Workers to work across a variety of Children's Residential Homes, Supported Accommodation Services, and Young People's Settings throughout Newcastle and the surrounding areas.

This is an ideal opportunity for individuals who are passionate about making a positive difference and enjoy working across a range of services supporting children and young people with varying needs. We're looking for proactive, engaging, and reliable staff who can quickly build positive relationships and adapt to different environments.

The young people you support may have experienced trauma, emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD), learning disabilities, mental health needs, or complex family backgrounds. Your role will be to provide practical and emotional support while helping them achieve positive outcomes and reach their full potential.

The Role

• Supporting children and young people with daily routines, activities, education, and independence skills.
• Building positive relationships and acting as a positive role model.
• Encouraging engagement in education, hobbies, and community activities.
• Providing emotional support and promoting positive wellbeing.
• Managing challenging behaviours in a calm and professional manner.
• Maintaining accurate records and safeguarding documentation.
• Working across a variety of children's and young people's services as required.
• Promoting safeguarding and welfare at all times.

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 6 months' experience supporting children and young people.
• Experience within residential care, supported accommodation, education, or similar settings.
• A proactive and engaging approach to supporting young people.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Flexibility to work across different services.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.

Why Join Pin Point Health & Social Care?

• Competitive hourly rates and weekly pay.
• Flexible shifts to suit your availability.
• Opportunities across a variety of services.
• Regular ongoing work available.
• Dedicated consultant support.
• Training and development opportunities.

If you're passionate about supporting children and young people and want a varied role working across multiple services, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today.