Children's Support Worker

Job description

Are you looking for a new role in Abingdon, for weekday morning (7am-9am), weekday afternoons (3pm-7pm) and alternate Saturday mornings?

Would you love a rewarding role, supporting our young client with complex health needs in his family home and out in the community; escorting to and from school, and doing activities?

JoinActive Care in the Home, and become part of a rewarding new care team supporting our new young client inAbingdon-on-Thames.

This is more than just a job its a chance to build a trusted connection with one child and make a genuine difference in his life.

About the role:

Our client is a wonderful and engaging 9 year old little boy who has complex health needs and lives at home with his parents and two younger sisters. Our client has cerebral palsy, visual impairment and speech challenges so he uses makaton and a communication device. He is a wheelchair user and has a PEG feed.

This role will be to support him in his family home and out in the community, walking him to and from school and also taking him to do activities. The role will involve enhancing his mobility and helping with his various therapies, alongside providing access to play and social outings. Our client loves learning new things, enjoys music, creative activities and sports including football.

What we're looking for:

Were seeking warm, positive individuals who:

• Enjoy being active and involved in sports

• Have a creative or musical side

• Are patient, encouraging, and proactive

• Truly value becoming part of a family dynamic

• Ideal candidates will hold a full UK drivers licence (and be over 25 for car insurance purposes) to drive the family vehicle.

When you will be working:

• Morning shifts (weekdays, 7am-10am)

• Afternoon shifts (weekdays, 3pm-7pm/7.30pm)

• 2 x Saturdays a month (6 hr long shifts - either 7.30am-1.30pm or 8am-2pm)

• Part time or full time available depending how many shifts a week you are looking for

In this role, youll support one individual with complex needs, working regular weekly shifts to build a consistent, trusted care team. While hours are usually stable, the position is offered on a zero-hours contract as care packages can change.

What to look forward to:

• Earn up to £15 per hour(depending on experience)

• Fullspecialist training, shadow shifts, and ongoing support from your Care Manager

• Access to theActive Learning Hub e-learning & in-person development

• Holiday pay,regular monthly rotas, and aNest pension

• Be recognised through ourActive Awardsprogramme

• Refer a friendand earn up to£1,500

• A chance to build a meaningful career with the backing of a leading clinical and business team

Apply today and become part of something special with Active Care in the Home.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Abingdon

Type of Contract

Temporary full-time jobs

Salary indication

£15.00 Per Hour

Published at

19-05-2026

Profession type

Home Care Jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English