Support Worker - Children's Services

• Salary details: £12.24 - £12.44 per hour

Location: Truro, Redruth/Camborne, St Austell
Supporting families across Mid & West Cornwall

£12.24 – £12.44 per hour | Flexible shifts | Full training provided
Driver with own car required | No sponsorship available

At Bluebird Care Mid & West Cornwall, we provide compassionate, personalised care that helps children with complex needs feel safe, supported, and able to enjoy everyday life at home and in their community.

We’re looking for experienced and caring Children’s Support Workers to deliver high-quality, one-to-one support to children with complex needs. This is a truly rewarding role for someone who enjoys working closely with children and families and wants to make a meaningful difference.

You’ll be supporting children with complex needs in their own homes and community settings
, working closely with families and professionals to provide care that is tailored to each child.

This role requires someone calm, reliable, and confident in working with children who may have physical, sensory, behavioural, or medical needs.

Due to the rural areas we cover, a full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle are essential
.

Delivering person-centred care, including personal care such as washing, dressing, feeding, and toileting

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

Helping with daily routines, including school runs, mealtimes, and bedtime

Encouraging communication, independence, and confidence

Supporting community outings and social activities

Following detailed care plans and completing accurate care records

Working in partnership with families, schools, and healthcare professionals

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

Confidence and compassion when providing personal care

Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Flexibility to work some evenings and weekends

A calm, respectful, and child-focused approach

Experience supporting children with complex or additional needs is desirable

£12.24 per hour (weekdays)

50% uplift on Bank Holidays

Mental health and wellbeing support

Flexible shift patterns to suit your lifestyle

Paid, specialist induction training

Ongoing support and continuous professional development

Clear opportunities to progress within children’s and complex care

This role requires a full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle

We are unable to offer visa sponsorship

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK

If you’re passionate about supporting children with complex needs and want a role where your work truly matters, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and start your journey with Bluebird Care Mid & West Cornwall.

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