Calling All Graduates: Make a Real Difference in Social Care!
Are you passionate about supporting young people with SEND and shaping brighter futures?
Do you dream of a rewarding career where you can truly make an impact?
Shape A Life has an exciting opportunity waiting for you!
Job Title: Children’s Support Worker
Location: Harwich
Salary: £14.20 per hour
Contract: Full-time, Temporary Shift Work (35-40 hours per week, including 1 weekend per month)
Why Shape A Life?
We’ve partnered with a Children’s Residential Care Home to find compassionate, driven graduates to join their team. This is your chance to turn your passion into purpose — supporting young people with complex needs to achieve their full potential.
Who Are We Looking For?
Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced support worker seeking a meaningful new role, we want to hear from you!
We’re searching for individuals who are:
- Compassionate and dedicated to empowering young people
- A graduate with a 2:2 or above in any bachelor’s degree
- Experienced working with children, ideally those with additional needs
- Passionate about SEND and creating inclusive environments
- Flexible, proactive, and strong communicators
Your Role as a Children’s Support Worker:
- Provide compassionate care while promoting independence and personal growth
- Support young people with diverse health, physical, and learning needs
- Encourage social inclusion and development through fun, engaging activities
- Foster acceptance and integration within the home and wider community
- Collaborate with families, professionals, and external agencies
- Keep accurate records and ensure clear, effective communication
- Maintain a safe, nurturing environment where young people can thrive
- Participate in training and take on additional responsibilities (including sleep-in shifts and weekend work)
Why This Role is a Game-Changer:
- Inclusive, supportive workplace — Diversity and inclusion are at our core.
- Career progression — Our Graduate Scheme supports your growth into leadership roles.
- Trauma-informed care — Our partner care home leads the way with an innovative, trauma-informed approach, in collaboration with Innovating Minds — the first of its kind!
At Shape A Life, we believe in unlocking your potential while helping young people do the same. If you’re ready to start a rewarding, life-changing journey, we want to hear from you!
How to Apply:
Click 'Apply' today to kickstart your career in social care!
Safeguarding Commitment:
Shape A Life is dedicated to children’s welfare and follows a rigorous safeguarding approach. Successful applicants will undergo an enhanced DBS check, right-to-work checks, and reference verification.
This isn’t just a job — it’s your chance to create a lasting impact and build a fulfilling career in social care.
Apply now and start shaping lives — including your own!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £14.20 per hour
Work Location: In person
