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Children and Young People's Support Worker

Job details
Posting date: 18 November 2025
Salary: £26.00 per hour
Hours: Part time
Closing date: 15 December 2025
Location: Exeter, Devon
Company: senploy
Job type: Temporary
Job reference: 194760

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Summary

Children & Young People Support Worker

Location: Exeter, Devon (roles also available in Taunton, Exmouth, Torquay, Plymouth + surrounding areas)
Pay: Competitive hourly rate - paid weekly
Contract: Flexible, Full-Time/Part-Time, Ongoing

About the Role

Velox Social Care is recruiting motivated and reliable Children & Young People Support Workers to join our growing team across Devon. This is a rewarding opportunity to support vulnerable young people in residential homes and community settings, helping them feel safe, valued, and empowered to reach their full potential.

You'll be working in stable, nurturing environments where every day brings the chance to make a positive impact on a young person's life.

Key Responsibilities
- Provide emotional and practical support to Children and Young People
- Encourage independence, positive behaviour, and personal development
- Follow individual care plans and safeguarding guidelines
- Maintain clear and accurate daily reports
- Work collaboratively with your team, management, and external professionals
- Work a variety of shifts including long days, short days, nights, evenings, and weekends

What We're Looking For

To be eligible for this role, you must have:

✔ Right to Work in the UK (we cannot offer sponsorship)
✔ Minimum 6 months UK experience supporting Children or Young People
✔ Three references (2 professional + 1 character)
✔ An in-date Physical Intervention qualification or willingness to complete Team Teach Level 2
✔ An Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
✔ Flexibility with working hours
✔ Drivers strongly encouraged, as we frequently support with transport

What Velox Social Care Offers
- Flexible shift patterns to suit your lifestyle
- Excellent weekly pay rates
- 24/7 support from our experienced Care Management Team
- A dedicated consultant to manage your placements and ongoing needs
- Straightforward, supportive compliance process
- Opportunities across multiple Devon locations

Why Join Us?

Velox Social Care is committed to delivering exceptional support to Children and Young People. We value our staff and provide a positive, supportive working environment where you can grow your skills, gain new experience, and make a meaningful difference every day.

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If you are passionate about supporting young people and want a role where your work truly matters, we want to hear from you.

Click Apply Now to submit your CV and begin your journey with Velox Social Care.

Important: We are unable to consider applicants who require visa sponsorship.

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