Children Support Worker

Job Title: Children's Residential Support Worker

Location: Swansea, Wales, UK

Salary: £14.24 - £28.48 per hour (DOE)

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people? Our client, a leading specialist provider of social care, is seeking dedicated Children's Residential Support Workers to join their team in Swansea. This role offers flexible hours and the opportunity to work in a supportive environment, helping vulnerable children and young people thrive. If you are enthusiastic, resilient, and committed to creating meaningful change, this could be the perfect role for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Support children and young people with daily activities and interests
• Promote independence and overall wellbeing of young residents
• Attend weekends away, holidays, and trips with the children, including activities like climbing, baking, or trips to Butlins
• Ensure the safety and protection of children by following care plans and guidelines
• Provide emotional and practical support to young people
• Support behaviour management and minimise incidents of challenging behaviour
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of care plans and safety procedures

Requirements

• Genuine desire to create positive outcomes for vulnerable children and young people
• Empathetic, caring, and resilient nature
• At least 6 months’ experience working with children or in a similar social care setting
• Valid UK Driving Licence
• Current Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to obtain one
• Right to work in the UK

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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