Job Introduction

Children's Senior Support Worker – Clevedon

Position: Full Time
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £14.36 – £15.25 per hour
Base Location: Clevedon

The service currently operates as an outreach model, so this role involves travelling around the local area.

A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential due to the travel required.

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced, compassionate, and motivated Children's Senior Support Worker to join our Clevedon team, supporting children and young people aged 5–18.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their childcare career, combining hands-on support with additional responsibilities in mentoring colleagues and maintaining high standards of care.

As a Children's Senior Support Worker, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality, child-centred support that respects each child's views, wishes, and individuality. You'll lead by example, helping children feel safe, valued, listened to, and supported to achieve their goals and aspirations.

You'll also support and guide colleagues, share good practice, and contribute to the continued development of the service, ensuring children and young people receive consistent, personalised support.

Support is delivered in community and home settings and includes helping children access education, develop independence skills, engage in meaningful activities, and build positive relationships. Activities may range from community outings and social events to sensory activities, arts and crafts, and life-skills development.

Some children access 24-hour overnight support, so the role may include supporting with personal care, medication, and wellbeing needs. Full training will be provided.

What You'll Be Doing

• Providing personalised support tailored to each child's needs, preferences, and goals.

• Promoting independence, confidence, and life-skill development.

• Supporting children with daily living tasks, including personal care, meals, medication, education, and routines.

• Planning and delivering meaningful activities that support development and wellbeing.

• Supporting children to access their local community and social opportunities.

• Building positive relationships with children, families, social workers, health professionals, and other stakeholders.

• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with safeguarding and regulatory requirements.

• Acting as a positive role model, supporting, coaching, and mentoring Support Workers to deliver high-quality care.

• Sharing knowledge and best practice to support colleagues and promote consistent standards of care.

• Contributing to team meetings, quality improvements, audits, and inspections.

• Supporting the smooth day-to-day delivery of the service and helping to ensure children receive safe, effective, and person-centred support.

Working Hours: Support is provided across a 7-day rota, including evenings, weekends, and overnight shifts.

What We're Looking For

• Experience supporting children and young people in a care, support, or childcare setting.

• A caring, patient, and child-focused approach.

• Strong communication, organisation, and interpersonal skills.

• The confidence and ability to guide, mentor, and support colleagues within a team environment.

• The ability to take initiative, lead by example, and promote positive working practices.

• Reliability, resilience, and flexibility.

• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting positive outcomes for children.

• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

• A Level 3 Childcare qualification or willingness to work towards one.

Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must therefore have the right to work in the UK.

Why Join Brandon Trust?

Brandon Trust is a charity supporting people with learning disabilities and autism to live life to the full. We work alongside children and young people so they can be heard, make choices, develop independence, and thrive within their communities.

As a Children's Senior Support Worker, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people while developing your own skills and experience.

You'll receive full training, ongoing support, and opportunities for professional development within a rewarding role where no two days are the same.

Whether you're an experienced Support Worker ready to progress or already working in a senior support role, this could be the perfect opportunity to take the next step in your career.

Safeguarding Statement

Brandon Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This role is subject to an enhanced Children's DBS check, satisfactory references, and verification of qualifications and identity.