Children's Activity Support Worker

Job Title: Children’s Activity-Based Support Worker
Location: Maer, Staffordshire, United Kingdom
Salary: £34,290 to £37,500 ( Inclusive of sleep-ins)

Job Description:
Are you looking for a Children’s Activity-Based Support Worker role where you can make a real difference through care and adventure? In this Children’s Activity-Based Support Worker position in Maer, you’ll work in a specialist residential setting, living on-site during your working days (accommodation and meals provided). You’ll support young people aged 8–18 to move away from challenging situations and build positive routines, confidence, and independence—through both structured support and outdoor activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide nurturing, consistent support as a Children’s Activity-Based Support Worker in Maer, helping young people feel emotionally secure
• Deliver daily care and structured routines that promote well-being and independence
• Lead and support outdoor and adventurous activities (e.g., rock climbing, mountain biking, kayaking, hiking) to build confidence and life skills
• Support personal and social development by acting as a positive role model
• Work collaboratively with a supportive team to maintain a safe, caring, and stimulating environment
• Follow the rota for this Children’s Activity-Based Support Worker role in Maer, including sleep-ins

Requirements:

• Full UK Driving Licence (essential) for this Children’s Activity-Based Support Worker role in Maer
• Must be over 21
• Eligibility to work in the UK
• Ability to work 39 hours per week, following the shift pattern: 4 consecutive days on, 7 days off, then 3 consecutive days on, followed by 7 days off (including sleep-ins)
• Experience or confidence in supporting children and young people in a residential setting (care and activity-based support)
• Strong teamwork skills and a commitment to creating positive outcomes for young people

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