Job Description

Children's Support Worker Term-Time Only, School Hours

Location:

Shrewsbury

Hours:

2 days a week - Tuesdays and Thursdays,

8:45am3:15pm

(Term-Time Only) - but with flexibility to cover all 5 days Mon-Fri when needed

Pay:

12.2513 per hour (depending on experience)

Female applicants only

(genuine occupational requirement)



Are you looking for a

rewarding, term-time only role

that fits around school hours?

Do you have a

passion for supporting children and young people

with complex health needs?


If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.


We're looking for a

female Children's Support Worker

to provide

1:1 care

for a

16-year-old girl

in her

special needs school

setting. You'll be there to offer reassurance, practical support, and kindnessevery single day.

Meet Our Client

Our client is a lovely, bright young girl who uses a wheelchair and requires support with her

gastrostomy, insulin

, and

communication needs

. She attends a specialist school where your presence will be essential in helping her access learning, stay safe, and enjoy her day-to-day school life.

Your Working Pattern

Tuesdays and Thursdays |

8:45am3:15pm

Must be flexible to cover all 5 days Monday-Friday when other Support Worker is off

Term-time only

Your Role Will Include:

Providing

1:1 support

during school hours Assisting with medical needs including

gastrostomy care and insulin administration

Supporting communication and promoting inclusion in school activities Working alongside the school team to ensure a safe, fun, and engaging environment

Full clinical training will be provided

you don't need previous medical experience

, just the right attitude and commitment.

What We're Looking For

Passion for working with children and young people

A

kind, caring, and compassionate

nature

Flexibility and reliability

Strong

communication and teamwork skills

Female applicants only (due to genuine occupational requirements)

What You'll Get in Return

12.2513 per hour

(based on experience)

Full specialist training

& shadow shifts to get you fully prepared

Regular, consistent hours

with a set school schedule

Holiday pay accrued

throughout your contract Access to the

Active Learning Hub

for development and training Flexible

zero-hours contract

Nest Personal Pension

for your future

Recognition & rewards

through the Active Awards programme

Refer a Friend Bonus

earn up to

1,500

Ongoing support from your

dedicated Clinical Care Manager

and our leadership team

Why Join Active Care in the Home?

At Active Care in the Home, we believe in empowering children with complex needs to live rich and fulfilling lives. As part of one of the

UK's largest complex care providers

, you'll be supported every step of the way in your career journey.

Apply now

to start a role that truly makes a differencesupporting one incredible young girl in reaching her full potential.

Active Care in the Home is an equal opportunities employer. However, due to the needs of this client, we can only consider applications from female support workers under genuine occupational requirements (Equality Act 2010).

We also want to ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable facilities to participate in job applications or interviews to perform essential job functions. To support this, we are a Disability committed employer.