Children's Care Worker

Vetro Recruitment; Sutton Coldfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Sutton Coldfield is seeking a Children's Care Worker to join their residential service. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to support young people in their daily lives while promoting independence. The position includes full-time hours, with benefits such as funded qualifications, free meals on shift, and ongoing training.

Benefits

Opportunity to complete the Level 3 Children & Young People qualification - fully funded

Free meals whilst on shift

Casual dress code

Company pension

28 days annual leave

Access to discounts for shopping outlets, restaurants and cinemas

Comprehensive Training Package including scheduled ongoing face-to-face training

Opportunities for career development

Qualifications

• Experience as a Children's Residential Support Worker is desirable but not essential.
• You must be over the age of 21.
• You must have a full driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Encourage young people to take responsibility for their own lives.
• Deal with challenging behaviours when needed.
• Maintain a safe environment for young people.

Skills

Resilience

Motivation

Passion for helping others

Education

NVQ or QCF level 3 in Children & Young People

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Posted:

25.06.2025

Expiry Date:

09.08.2025

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Job Description:

I have a FANTASTIC opportunity for a MOTIVATED and RESILIENT individual to join a residential service as a Children's Care Worker in Sutton Coldfield. We are looking for a PASSIONATE and COMMITTED individual who wants to make a difference in the lives of young people.

No two days are ever the same so you need to be able to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. It is challenging, but incredibly rewarding work!!

**Due to the nature of the job and the activities involved, we are only able to consider applicants who have a full driver's licence**

Job Title: Children's Care Worker

Location: Sutton Coldfield

Shift pattern: Full time

Contract: Permanent

Benefits of a Children's Care Worker

• Opportunity to complete the Level 3 Children & Young People qualification - fully funded!!!
• Free meals whilst on shift
• Get paid to play computer games and go to theme parks!!!
• Casual dress code
• Company pension
• 28 days annual leave
• Access to discounts for shopping outlets, restaurants and cinemas
• Comprehensive Training Package including scheduled ongoing face-to-face training and CPD planning
• Plenty of opportunities to maximise earnings and career development

Responsibilities of a Children's Care Worker

• To encourage the young people to do activities and take responsibility for their own lives depending on their age.
• To keep the homely, friendly culture and environment of the homes.
• To be able to deal with challenging behaviours when needed.
• Protect children and young people from risks to their health and welfare.
• Provide support for the children and young people in the home and to promote their independence and well-being.
• Maintain a safe environment for young people.
• Ensuring the safety of the students and maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of the individual's; care plan, guidelines, reward system and preferred method of communication.
• Supporting taxing behaviour safely and sympathetically.
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with the staff, parents, Social Workers and other professionals that may be involved in the young people's lives such as Psychologists.

Requirements of a Children's Care Worker

• Experience as a Children's Residential Support Worker, or with Young People is desirable but not essential.
• Experience within another healthcare or social care setting is desirable.
• You must be a car driver as you will be required to transport young people from time to time.
• You must be over the age of 21.
• NVQ or QCF level 3 in Children & Young People is desirable.
• You must be able to commute to Sutton Coldfield

If you want to make a difference, make a positive impact, and support young people in health & social care this is the PERFECT job for you!

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Created on 25/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom