Job Title: Children's Support Worker
Location: Porth, Wales, UK
Salary: £14.50 - £29 per hour (DOE)
Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people? We are seeking dedicated Children's Support Workers to join a leading specialist provider in Porth. This role offers an excellent opportunity to support children in residential settings, helping them achieve their full potential through compassionate care and engagement. If you are resilient, empathetic, and committed to safeguarding, this could be the perfect role for you.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support children and young people with daily activities and interests
- Promote independence and wellbeing among young residents
- Attend trips, outings, and activities to enrich their social experiences
- Assist with behaviour management and de-escalation techniques
- Follow care plans and risk assessments to ensure safety and support
- Provide emotional and practical support to children in your care
- Maintain a safe environment by adhering to safeguarding policies
- Support children during weekends away, holidays, and special events
Requirements:
- Minimum of 6 months experience working with children or in a social care setting
- Level 3 qualification in Children and Young People or equivalent
- Full UK driving licence and own transport
- Current DBS on the update service (child and adult) or willingness to obtain one
- Restraint training (TMVA) or willingness to undertake training
- Empathetic, resilient, and committed to creating positive outcomes for children
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and sleepover shifts
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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