Job summary
Join us as a Support Worker at our modern, well-equipped children's home and be part of our dedicated team who are passionate about helping children and young people to thrive.

We provide care for up to four children aged 10 to 17 who may have experienced emotional trauma. Working within our Pillars of Parenting model, you'll help each child build on their strengths, develop life skills, and achieve positive outcomes. With a trauma-informed approach, we aim to reunite children with their families or support their transition to independence.

Main duties of the job

• Build positive, trauma-informed relationships with children, families and professionals to advocate for their needs.
• Provide high-quality physical and emotional care in a safe, supportive environment.
• Help children achieve progress in education, life skills and personal development.
• Contribute to care plans, maintain accurate records, and write reports for families and professionals.
• Ensure safety through risk assessments, safeguarding practices and compliance with policies.
• Engage in ongoing training and professional development to meet legislative and care standards.

About us

• Make a difference: Create a nurturing environment where the lives of young people can be transformed.
• Career growth and development: Take the next step in your career and strengthen your skills and expertise. You will enjoy access to Hampshire County Council's wide range of training and learning development assets, which are known to be outstanding.
• Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
• Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.

Salary: £28,697 to £31,573 a year plus Market Supplement of £3,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Closing date: 11 November 2026

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

For questions about the job, contact: Care Careers, care.careers@hants.gov.uk

Apply through our website.