Job Title: Young Persons Support Worker
Location: Llandrindod Wells, Powys, Wales
Salary: £14.24 - £24.48 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay)
Employment Type: Temporary / Full-time
Job Description
Our client, a leading social care provider, is seeking a dedicated Young Persons Support Worker to join their team in Llandrindod Wells. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable young people facing challenges such as homelessness, mental health issues, trauma, and substance misuse. The position involves working within a supportive environment that promotes independence and wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities
- Supporting young people in their day-to-day activities and interests, fostering independence and resilience.
- Attending weekends away, holidays, and trips to provide consistent support and engagement.
- Promoting the safety, health, and welfare of young people by adhering to care plans and guidelines.
- Assisting in managing challenging behaviour and supporting emotional and practical needs.
- Ensuring a safe environment by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of care procedures and incident management.
Requirements & Qualifications
- A genuine desire to create positive outcomes for vulnerable young people.
- Empathy, resilience, and a caring nature.
- At least 6 months’ experience working with children or within a social care setting.
- Restraint training (TMVA) or willingness to undertake a 3-day course.
- A valid UK Driving Licence.
- An Enhanced DBS check on the update service or willingness to obtain one.
- The right to work in the UK.
Benefits & Work Environment
- Competitive hourly pay rates with weekly payments.
- Free food while on shift.
- Variety of work across different social care and healthcare settings.
- Support from a dedicated specialist consultant.
- Free online and subsidised practical training (TMVA, PMVA, PBM).
- Entry into monthly and quarterly prize draws, including a £50 agency worker of the month and a £500 quarterly prize.
- Flexible shifts with a 24-hour registration process.
- Holiday pay, pension contributions, and ongoing career development opportunities.
We are an equal opportunities employer, and decisions are made on merit alone.
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