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00590 Date posted 06/07/2026 Final date to receive applications Blank Location East Midlands Salary Blank Package Blank Contractual hours 30 Basis Part Time Job category/type Family Support Worker Attachments Blank

Job description Job title: Children & Young People Support Worker
Salary: £26,300 - £30,299 (Pro Rata)
Location: Nottingham
Hours: 30 hours per week, working flexibly to include every weekend, afternoons, evenings.

We’re on the lookout for a Children & Young People Support Worker to join our vibrant team at Nexus Fostering in Nottingham and surrounding areas. If you love working with young people, have a knack for building strong, positive relationships, and are ready to dive into a role full of energy and creativity, we’d love to hear from you!

• Be a role model, mentor, and champion for the children in your care.
• Make an impact:
  Help children and young people grow, heal, and reach their full potential.
• Build connections:
  Engage with young people through weekly activities, outings, or even at school, working one-on-one to support their growth and development, helping them thrive and enjoy positive experiences.
• Fostering fun:
  Help plan and run exciting activity days for foster families and young people, creating memories that last a lifetime.
• Supporting foster carers:
  Provide practical assistance and support to help create stable, supportive, and nurturing home environments.
• Spreading the word:
  Join us at events to inspire prospective foster carers and conduct visits to new fostering households.

• Has a passion for working with children:
  You bring energy, empathy, and a creative spark to every interaction.
• Is experienced and compassionate:
  You’ve worked with children, especially those with additional needs (ASD, GDD, nonverbal) or challenging behaviours, and you understand the impact of trauma.
• Is Flexible and adventurous:
  Comfortable working afternoons, evenings, and weekends to meet the needs of children and young people.
• Is a driver with a can-do attitude: A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential. (you’ll be traveling around Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Lincolnshire and Leicestershire).
• Fun and outgoing:
  You love working with young people and know how to connect with them on their level.
• Energetic and proactive:
  Ready to dive into activities and bring creativity to your work.
• Is willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check

• Variety and fun:
  Plan and participate in activities, outings, and events that bring joy to young lives.
• A fulfilling role where no two days are the same.
• The opportunity to truly change lives.
• Be part of a community:
  Work with a supportive team dedicated to making a difference.

Nexus Fostering has been making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people in foster care throughout England since 2002. At Nexus Fostering, we believe in enabling life-changing differences for vulnerable young people coming into care. As part of our team, you’ll play a vital role in supporting children and young people in foster care, empowering them to overcome challenges and build brighter futures.

• Generous Annual Leave - 28 days PLUS your Bank Holiday Entitlement
• Birthday Leave - a paid day off for your birthday
• Good Health Days - no sickness in a 6 month period and get an additional day off!
• Refer A Friend Scheme with a monetary incentive
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Platform that provides access to advice and support 24/7
• Auto Enrolment Pension
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Optional Private Healthcare Scheme
• Eyecare Vouchers
• Cycle To Work Scheme
• Optional Enhanced Maternity/Paternity/Adoption Leave/Shared…