Support Worker in Portsmouth inPortsmouth PUBLISHED TUE 28 OCT 2025 Jump to job information section

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Charles Hunter Associates Ltd rL5y4Qbzz

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Support Worker Job details Posting date: 28 October 2025 Hours: Full time Closing date: 27 November 2025 Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire, po77ba Company: Charles Hunter Associates Ltd Job type: Temporary Job reference: SH-SW-PCC_1761661382 Apply for this job Summary Experienced Support Workers - Children (Portsmouth Area) Location: Portsmouth and surrounding areas Pay: Competitive rates (dependent on experience and qualifications) Contract: Full-time / Part-time / Bank shifts available Shifts : Vary depending on Young person's care plan Are you a compassionate, resilient, and experienced Support Worker looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people? We are seeking experienced Support Workers to join our dedicated team supporting children and young people in the care system who present with complex needs, emotional trauma, and challenging behaviours . About the Role: You will provide 1:1 and 2:1 support to children and young people who may: Display verbal and physical aggression Have a history of emotional trauma and self-harm Require constant supervision to maintain safety and stability Need structured routines and consistent emotional support Your role is vital in helping them build trust, develop life skills, and work towards positive outcomes. Essential Requirements: Minimum 1 year's experience supporting young people with challenging behaviours Enhanced DBS on the Update Service Restraint/Physical Intervention Training Certificate (Team Teach, PRICE, or equivalent) Ability to remain calm, patient, and professional under pressure Strong record-keeping and report-writing skills (daily logs, incident reports, etc.) Reliable, committed, and able to work as part of a supportive team Drivers preferred (As some care plans will involve trips out) We Offer: Competitive pay and flexible shift patterns Ongoing training and development opportunities Supportive management and 24/7 on-call assistance A rewarding career where you can truly make a difference If you have the passion, resilience, and experience to support young people through some of their most challenging times, we would love to hear from you. Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme Disability Confident About Disability Confident A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident .

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To work as a Support Worker in the UK, you'll need a combination of personal qualities and specific skills. Here are some key skills and attributes that are typically important for this role:

1. Communication Skills: Ability to listen actively and communicate clearly with clients, their families, and other professionals.

2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding the emotional needs of clients and demonstrating compassion and care is crucial.

3. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to assess situations and come up with practical solutions to meet the needs of clients.

4. Patience and Resilience: Working with clients who may have challenging behaviors or emotional needs requires a lot of patience and the ability to remain calm under pressure.

5. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport and maintaining professional relationships with clients and colleagues.

6. Organizational Skills: Manage your time effectively and keep track of multiple responsibilities and tasks.

7. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other professionals such as social workers, health care providers, and therapists.

8. Flexibility and Adaptability: Clients' needs can change rapidly, so it’s important to adapt to new situations.

9. Knowledge of Safeguarding: Understanding policies and practices around safeguarding vulnerable individuals is essential for ensuring their safety.

10. Cultural Awareness: Being sensitive to the diverse backgrounds and needs of clients and providing appropriate support.

11. Basic IT Skills: Familiarity with using computers and electronic health records, as well as communication tools.

12. First Aid and Health Care Knowledge: While not always required, having basic first aid skills can be beneficial, and understanding health conditions related to your client group is important.

While formal qualifications are not always necessary, having relevant training or a vocational qualification in health and social care can be advantageous. Additionally, specific roles may require knowledge or experience in particular areas, such as mental health, learning disabilities, or physical disabilities.

It's also essential to undergo a background check (DBS check) as working with vulnerable individuals often requires safeguarding compliance.

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