Job Title
Children Support Worker
Location
Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff, CF44
Salary
£14.24 - £28.48 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay, depending on shift pattern)
Employment Type
Temporary
Job Description
We are recruiting a Children Support Worker to join a supportive residential care setting in Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff. This is a rewarding, hands-on role where you will help children and young people feel safe, heard, and empowered through consistent, relationship-led care. You will be part of a wider team focused on positive outcomes, daily structure, and emotional wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities
- Supporting young people with daily routines, personal care where required, and meaningful activities that build confidence and independence
- Promoting positive behaviour through clear boundaries, de-escalation techniques, and trauma-informed, person-centred support
- Maintaining accurate daily records, contributing to care plans and risk assessments, and working collaboratively with managers and external professionals
Requirements & Qualifications
- Eligibility for registration with Social Care Wales (or willingness to work towards this where applicable)
- Relevant experience supporting children/young people or transferable experience (e.g., SEN education, youth work, or support work in related services)
- Full UK manual driving licence (typically required to use service vehicles) and willingness to work a rota that may include sleep-in shifts
Benefits & Work Environment
- Competitive hourly rate with opportunities for enhanced rates depending on shift pattern
- Ongoing training and development to support your progression within children's residential services
- Flexible rota options where possible, within a structured, supportive team environment
Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.
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