Children's Support Worker

Reporting to the Children's Home Manager

Salary: £35-40,000 per annum

With 33 days annual leave
, ethical workplace pension
, wellbeing benefits
, training and development opportunities and career progression
.

Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey? Join us at one of Hygge’s therapeutic children's homes to be there for children in care. We're on a mission to create a nurturing and healing haven for children who have experienced trauma. If you've never considered a career as a Children’s Support Worker, now is the time to make a difference and help children grow, have adventures, an ordinary family life and thrive.

In our Hygge community, you will meet others from a wide range of backgrounds and professions. Yet, what binds us together is our unwavering dedication and commitment to our shared values.

Together, we celebrate small victories, share moments of laughter, offer support in times of need and pause for a cup of tea (and a homemade brownie) to catch a breath.

As we continue to grow our team, we are dedicated to creating a supportive environment where everyone feels heard, valued and encouraged to reach their full potential.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive team. We believe that the power to make a difference lies within each individual, regardless of their background, age or previous experiences.

At Hygge, we believe in the power of compassion and resilience. Our therapeutic homes for children are dedicated to providing a warm and supportive environment where every child feels safe, valued and empowered. We are committed to fostering growth and healing through a trauma-informed approach.

As a Children’s Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in creating a nurturing and healing environment for children who have experienced trauma. Your primary focus will be to provide emotional support, thoughtful care and to promote the overall well‑being of the children in our care.

You will:

• Foster a warm and supportive environment where children feel safe, valued and empowered.
• Implement a trauma‑informed approach, understanding and responding to the effects of trauma on children’s emotional and behavioural needs.
• Engage in therapeutic activities and play to promote healing, resilience and positive growth.
• Build trusting relationships with the children, providing individualised attention and support based on their unique needs and strengths.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to develop and implement personalised care plans.
• Support daily routines, including meals, hygiene, bedtimes and recreational activities, while encouraging children's self‑care skills.
• Document observations, incidents and progress in accurate and timely reports.
• Participate in team meetings, training sessions and continuous professional development to enhance skills and knowledge.

• A competitive salary of35-40,000 per annum, based on experience and qualifications.
• Annual Leave Entitlement of 33 days, inclusive of bank holidays.
• Generous workplace ethical pension.
• Access to the Blue Light Card providing discounts to hundreds of retailers and venues.
• Access to our Pirkx Benefits Package, offering a wide range of perks and services including online GP and physio consultations, 24/7 counselling, employee assistance programmes, health and eye care benefits, as well as discounts on retail, leisure and entertainment activities.
• Access to a coach and regular personal and group supervision sessions, providing guidance, support and mentorship as you navigate your career journey with us.
• Access to a variety of professional development opportunities tailored to enhance your skills and expertise, empowering you to excel in your role and beyond.
• Following one year of good performance we will work with you to develop a personalised reward and recognition plan; we want to make sure that we are rewarding you in a way that works best for you.
• You will also enjoy access to home‑cooked meals, unlimited tea, fresh fruits and biscuits. Plus, we all like baking!

• Previous experience working with children and young people.
• A commitment to promoting the welfare and…