Crisis Children’s and Young People Support Worker (Bank)

Published
14 August 2025
Location
, West Yorkshire
Category
Job Type
Department
Cares
Sector
Cares
Office
Yorkshire
Shifts
Days, Nights
Hours
Short hours and Long Hours Available
Pay Rate
£12.21 + Sleep in allowance
Pay Range
up to £15,000
Location
Batley, Bingley, Bradford, Brighouse, Burnley, Colne, Huddersfield, Keighley

Description

Contract Type: Bank / Zero Hours

Shifts: Flexible – Days and Nights (including weekends)

Pay: £12.21 Sleep in Allowance

About the Role:

We are looking for experienced and compassionate Crisis Support Workers to join our team on a bank basis. This role involves supporting children and young people during high-risk or emergency situations, providing safety, stability, and emotional support when it's needed most.

You will work in a variety of settings including emergency placements, respite care, and one-to-one support. Shifts are available on both a planned and short-notice basis, including overnight work.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide responsive care to children and young people in crisis.
  • Ensure their emotional and physical wellbeing is prioritised.
  • De-escalate challenging behaviour and manage high-pressure situations safely.
  • Maintain clear records and communicate with professionals involved.
  • Follow safeguarding procedures and risk assessments at all times.

Essential Requirements:

You must hold the following up-to-date training or be willing to complete before starting:

  • First Aid (Paediatric preferred)
  • Ligature Awareness
  • Physical Intervention / Safe Hold Training (e.g., Team Teach, MAPA, or equivalent)
  • Safeguarding Children Level 3
  • De-escalation and Behaviour Management
  • Understanding of Trauma-Informed Practice
  • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to obtain)
  • Right to work in the UK and able to provide full references

About You:

  • Confident, calm, and able to work under pressure
  • Experienced in supporting children and young people, especially in crisis or residential care settings
  • Flexible and reliable, with good availability for bank work
  • Strong understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries
  • Able to work alone or as part of a team
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