Support Worker
| Company: | Brook Street |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £13.50 to £13.50 an hour |
| Hours: | Part-time |
| Location: | GL1 4PF |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 15 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 15 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Support Worker - Gloucester (£13.50/hr)
Location: Gloucester
Pay Rate: £13.50 per hour
Contract Type: Flexible hours available (including evenings/weekends)
Start Date: Immediate
We are seeking a committed and compassionate Support Worker to provide 1:1 support to a 16-year-old girl in care in Gloucester. This role requires someone with experience in residential childcare or supported living settings, who can offer a safe, consistent, and nurturing environment while promoting independence.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide emotional and practical support to a young person with complex needs and a history of trauma.
Support care planning, safeguarding, and risk management processes.
Promote independence while maintaining safety and consistency.
Use positive behaviour support strategies to manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour.
Build strong, trusting relationships and act as a positive role model.
Qualifications & Training:
Current Safeguarding Children training (Level 2 or above).
Enhanced DBS check (must be on the update service or willing to obtain).
Previous experience in residential childcare or supported living settings.
Skills & Competencies:
Understanding of Looked After Children procedures and the impact of trauma and attachment.
Ability to manage challenging behaviour with empathy and professionalism.
Strong relationship-building skills with young people.
Professional knowledge of legislation, safeguarding, and maintaining appropriate boundaries.
Confident in record-keeping, report writing, and working within statutory frameworks.
Benefits:
Competitive hourly rate of £13.50
Supportive team environment
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact
Ongoing training and development
To apply contact:
Harry Haward
Email:
Phone: 0117 948 6300
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