Pay Rate: £17 – £26 per hour
Location: ST1 1DE, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire
Company: Velox Healthcare
Support Worker Opportunities – CYP | Stoke-on-Trent (ST1 1DE)
Join Velox Social Care and Make a Meaningful Impact on Children and Young People’s Lives
Velox Social Care is currently recruiting dedicated Support Workers to work with Children and Young People (CYP) across the Stoke-on-Trent area (ST1 1DE). This role involves providing high-quality, person-centred support to young people who require structured care and guidance.
If you are passionate about helping young people thrive and want to make a genuine difference in their lives, we would love to hear from you.
As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting young people while working closely with our Care Management Team and external professionals to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Your Role
• Support children and young people to make positive progress through care, encouragement, and guidance
• Maintain accurate daily logs and communicate effectively with colleagues and management
• Work alongside external agencies to ensure holistic care and support
• Work a mixture of long and short shifts depending on client needs
We offer flexible shift options, including days, nights, and ongoing block bookings, making this role suitable for candidates with different availability.
Key Requirements
To be considered for this role, applicants must meet the following criteria:
• Right to Work in the UK
• Minimum 6 months experience in a similar CYP setting (preferably in the UK)
• 3 References – 2 professional and 1 character
• In-date PMVA or Team Teach certificate (PMVA trained candidates must be willing to complete Team Teach training)
• Enhanced Child DBS subscribed to the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
• Level 2 or Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification preferred
• Must be a driver or willing to travel to placements within the Stoke-on-Trent area
• Drivers must have Business Insurance (BI) if using their vehicle for work
• Experience supporting challenging behaviours is essential
Why Join Velox Social Care?
• Flexible working hours to suit your schedule
• Competitive weekly pay rates
• Ongoing support from our experienced Care Management Team
• Dedicated consultant to assist with compliance and shift bookings
• Opportunities to work with a diverse and rewarding group of young people
If you meet the requirements and are passionate about supporting children and young people, apply today and take the next step in your career.
Please Note: Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship at this time. Applicants requiring sponsorship will not be shortlisted
Salary description
£17.00 - £26.00 per hour