Job Description

At Back on Track, we believe every young person deserves the chance to feel safe, supported, and inspired to build a brighter future. We provide high-quality residential and semi-independent care for children and young people, offering a warm, family-like environment where they can truly feel at home.

Shifts:

9am to 9pm or 9pm to 9am

(waking night 9am to 4am sleep in 4am to 8am)

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Support Worker to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing assistance and support to individuals, particularly children, in their daily activities. This position requires a strong commitment to enhancing the quality of life for those in your care, ensuring their needs are met with empathy and professionalism.

We also have openings for Support Workers for Day Staff and Night Staff

Our team is made up of dedicated, passionate individuals who bring empathy, patience, and genuine care into everything they do. We don't just provide a service--we walk alongside young people through their challenges and successes, helping them grow in confidence, independence, and self-belief.

We're proud of our nurturing approach, our strong values, and the positive outcomes we help young people achieve. Joining Back on Track means becoming part of a supportive team that's committed to making a real difference every single day.

Your key responsibilities will include:

Building positive and trusting relationships with young people. Supporting them with daily routines such as cooking, appointments, school/college, and activities. Encouraging independence by helping them develop life skills (budgeting, cooking, self-care). Being a role model--promoting positive behaviour, respect, and resilience. Keeping accurate records and working closely with the team to ensure the best possible care. Handling challenging situations calmly and with empathy, always keeping safeguarding at the centre of your work.
At Back on Track, support work isn't just a job--it's about making a genuine difference in the lives of young people who need stability, guidance, and care.

Skills

Experience working with children is essential; previous childcare experience is highly desirable. Strong communication skills to engage effectively with children and their families. Proficiency in IT to maintain records and communicate via digital platforms. Ability to understand and implement care plans tailored to individual needs. A valid driving licence is preferred for transporting children as needed.
This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those you support while developing your skills in a rewarding environment.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 18,460.20-30,399.52 per year

Expected hours: 24 per week

Ability to commute/relocate:

Mitcham CR4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):

Have you worked in a Semi Independent or Children's Home?
Work Location: In person