Support Worker, Child Minding ​/ Nanny

Job Title: Support Worker - Children & Young People

Location: Milton Keynes

Job Type: Temporary / Ongoing Opportunities

Pay Rate: From £15.00 per hour (depending on experience)

We are currently recruiting experienced Support Workers to work with children and young people across Milton Keynes in both regulated and unregulated settings.

This is a rewarding and dynamic role supporting vulnerable children and young people with a range of needs. The ideal candidate will have previous experience working within children's services and be confident managing challenging behaviours while maintaining a safe and supportive environment.

• Provide day-to-day care and support to children and young people
• Promote emotional wellbeing, independence, and positive behaviour
• Work within regulated and unregulated settings in line with policies and safeguarding procedures
• Support young people with daily routines, education, appointments, and activities
• Encourage engagement in structured and recreational activities
• Maintain a safe and nurturing environment at all times
• Complete accurate daily records, incident reports, and handovers
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals

• Previous experience working with children and young people (essential)
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection
• Ability to manage challenging behaviours in a calm and professional manner
• Good communication and report‑writing skills
• Flexible and reliable with availability for varied shift patterns

• Full UK driving licence (preferred due to travel requirements)
• Restraint training (preferred)
• Experience in residential, supported living, or similar settings

• Pay rates starting from £15.00 per hour
• Ongoing temporary work with consistent hours available
• Opportunity to work across varied settings
• Supportive team environment
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in young people's lives

If you are passionate about supporting children and young people and have the experience required for this role, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to join our team in Milton Keynes.