Job profile

Job title: Children & Young People Support Worker
Salary: £24,000 - £28,000
Location: Norwich , covering Norfolk and Suffolk
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, working flexibly to include afternoons, evenings and weekends

We’re on the lookout for a Children & Young People Support Worker to join our vibrant team at Nexus Fostering in Norwich. If you love working with young people, have a knack for building strong, positive relationships, and are ready to dive into a role full of energy and creativity, we’d love to hear from you!

What You’ll Do

• Be a role model, mentor, and champion for the children in your care.
• Make an impact: Help children and young people grow, heal, and reach their full potential.
• Build connections: Engage with young people through weekly activities, outings, or even at school, working one-on-one to support their growth and development, helping them thrive and enjoy positive experiences.
• Fostering fun: Help plan and run exciting activity days for foster families and young people, creating memories that last a lifetime.
• Supporting foster carers: Provide practical assistance and support to help create stable, supportive, and nurturing home environments.
• Spreading the word: Join us at events to inspire prospective foster carers and conduct visits to new fostering households.

We’re searching for someone who :

• Has a passion for working with children: You bring energy, empathy, and a creative spark to every interaction.
• Is experienced and compassionate: You’ve worked with children, especially those with additional needs (ASD, GDD, nonverbal) or challenging behaviours, and you understand the impact of trauma.
• Is Flexible and adventurous: Comfortable working afternoons, evenings, and weekends to meet the needs of children and young people.
• Is a driver with a can-do attitude: A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential. (you’ll be traveling around Norfolk & Suffolk).
• Fun and outgoing: You love working with young people and know how to connect with them on their level.
• Energetic and proactive: Ready to dive into activities and bring creativity to your work.
• Is willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check

What You’ll Get

• A starting salary from £24,000, with room to grow
• Variety and fun: Plan and participate in activities, outings, and events that bring joy to young lives.
• A fulfilling role where no two days are the same.
• The opportunity to truly change lives.
• Be part of a community: Work with a supportive team dedicated to making a difference.

Why Join Us?

Nexus Fostering has been making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people in foster care throughout England since 2002. At Nexus Fostering, we believe in enabling life-changing differences for vulnerable young people coming into care. As part of our team, you’ll play a vital role in supporting children and young people in foster care, empowering them to overcome challenges and build brighter futures.

If you’re ready to make a real difference and bring your energy and compassion to a role that truly matters, apply today!

Why work for us?

• Generous Annual Leave - 28 days PLUS your Bank Holiday Entitlement
• Birthday Leave - a paid day off for your birthday
• Good Health Days - no sickness in a 6 month period and get an additional day off!
• Refer A Friend Scheme with a monetary incentive
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Platform that provides access to advice and support 24/7
• Auto Enrolment Pension
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Optional Private Healthcare Scheme
• Eyecare Vouchers
• Cycle To Work Scheme
• Optional Enhanced Maternity/Paternity/Adoption Leave/Shared Parental Leave.

Everyone is welcome

Diversity and inclusion are the principles for how we build our teams and Nexus Fostering strives to create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity are valued and celebrated. We want a workforce which represents the communities we serve and work, to ensure no applicant or employee is treated unfairly on the basis of race, gender, age, disability, religion or identity. We recognise and value the individual differences and contributions of all employees and believe that by working together we can achieve equality for all.

*Nexus Fostering is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and vulnerable people in our care. Successful applicants will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.