• Location: Mid and West Cornwall
• Contract type: Care Delivery
• Salary details: £12.24 - £12.44

Children's Support Worker

We’re hiring Children’s Support Workers! Must drive & have experience with children. Support those with complex needs at home. Great pay, flexible hours & full training. Apply today!

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£12.24 - £12.44 per hour | Expert training | Flexible shift patterns

Bluebird Care – Where you change lives
 

Children’s Support Worker – Complex Needs

Location: Mid & West Cornwall
Salary: £12.24/hour (weekdays), £12.44/hour (weekends) + 50% uplift on Bank Holidays
Contract Type: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Shifts Available: Weekdays, evenings, weekends

About the Role

Bluebird Care Mid & West Cornwall is seeking experienced and compassionate Children’s Support Workers to deliver high-quality, one-to-one care to children with complex needs. You’ll be working in family homes and community settings, providing personalised support that helps each child feel safe, included, and empowered.

This is a deeply rewarding role for someone with experience working with children and a genuine passion for improving lives.

A full UK driving licence and access to a reliable vehicle are essential.
Our care is delivered across a rural area, so reliable transport is required.

What You’ll Do

Deliver person-centred care, including personal care (e.g. washing, dressing, feeding, toileting)

Support children with physical, sensory, behavioural, and medical needs

Help with daily routines: school runs, mealtimes, bedtime

Encourage communication, independence, and confidence

Support community outings and social interaction

Follow detailed care plans and record accurate notes

Work in partnership with families, schools, and healthcare teams

What We’re Looking For

Experience working with children (care, education, support, or health settings)

Confidence and compassion in providing personal care

Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Flexible availability (some evenings and weekends required)

Calm, respectful, and child-focused attitude

Experience in complex or additional needs is a bonus

Benefits

Netflix subscription contribution

Bluelight Card for discounts

Mental health & wellbeing support

Flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle

Car hire assistance available

Training & Development

Paid, specialist induction training

Ongoing support & CPD

Clear career progression in children's and complex care

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