Children's Residential Support Worker

Vetro Recruitment; Spalding; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on shift

Company pension

Discounts for shops/restaurants/cinem

Training and CPD

Casual dress code

Job summary

Vetro Recruitment seeks a dedicated Children's Support Worker in Spalding, Lincolnshire, to join a children's residential service. You will support young people with EBD and challenging behaviours, promoting safety and well-being within a supportive team.

Role involves outings, activities, and safeguarding adherence. A full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK are essential. Competitive salary £31,279–£33,705 with sleeps included.

Qualifications

• Genuine desire to create positive outcomes for vulnerable children and young people.
• Empathetic, caring and resilient by nature.
• Some experience in social care or support work, ideally with children or young people.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support children and young people in day-to-day activities, promoting independence and well-being.
• Attend trips, holidays, and activities to enrich social experiences.
• Ensure safety and welfare by following care plans and safeguarding guidelines.
• Provide emotional and practical support to help manage challenging behaviours.
• Assist with behaviour management to promote positive development.

Skills

Empathetic, caring, resilient

Experience in social care

Right to work in the UK

Full UK driving licence

Over 21

Tools

First aid awareness

Job description

Children's Support Worker

Location: Spalding, Lincolnshire

Salary: £31,279 - £33,705 per annum (inclusive of sleeps)

Employment type: Full-time, Permanent

We are seeking dedicated Children's Support Workers to join a reputable children's residential service in Spalding, Lincolnshire. This role involves working closely with young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and challenging behaviours, within a supportive team environment committed to providing exceptional care and support.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting children and young people in their day-to-day activities, promoting independence and well-being.
• Attending trips, holidays, and activities such as swimming and outings to enrich their social experiences.
• Ensuring the safety and welfare of young people by following care plans and safeguarding guidelines.
• Providing emotional and practical support, helping children manage challenging behaviours with compassion and understanding.
• Assisting with behaviour management strategies to minimise incidents and promote positive development.

Requirements & Qualifications

• A genuine desire to create positive outcomes for vulnerable children and young people.
• An empathetic, caring, and resilient nature.
• Some experience in a social care or support work setting, ideally with children or young people.
• The right to work in the UK.
• A full, valid UK driving licence is essential.
• Relevant qualifications are welcomed but not mandatory; willingness to undertake training is important.
• Over the age of 21.

Benefits & Work Environment

• Competitive salary with regular pay reviews.
• Free meals whilst on shift.
• Opportunities to participate in organised trips, holidays, and activities.
• Company pension scheme.
• Access to discounts for shopping outlets, restaurants, and cinemas.
• Comprehensive training package, including ongoing face-to-face training and CPD planning.
• Casual dress code and a supportive team environment.

We are an equal opportunities employer, and decisions are made on merit alone