Children's Support Worker - Male

Vetro Recruitment; Crediton; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Vetro Recruitment is seeking a Residential Support Worker (Male only) in Crediton, Devon. You will provide vital support and guidance to young boys in a residential setting, helping them develop life skills and achieve positive outcomes in a nurturing environment.

The role requires strong communication, patience and a commitment to safeguarding, with duties including planning activities, monitoring wellbeing, and recording daily activities; Enhanced DBS check is required.

Qualifications

• An NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Care, Learning and Development or equivalent qualification.
• Experience working with children or young people in a residential or similar setting.
• Mandatory compliance with an Enhanced DBS check and a Full UK Driving Licence.
• Strong communication skills, patience, and a compassionate approach to care.

Responsibilities

• Planning and supporting children’s weekly activities, ensuring their voices are heard and their safety is prioritised.
• Following individualised Placement Plans and supporting children’s attendance at education.
• Maintaining high standards of safety, confidentiality, and professionalism in all interactions.
• Recording daily activities, managing medication, and completing administrative tasks such as journals and handovers.
• Promoting a clean, safe, and welcoming environment within the home.
• Supporting children’s emotional, social, and educational development through positive communication and behaviour management.
• Accompanying children on outdoor activities and encouraging their independence and life skills.
• Responding appropriately to behavioural challenges, following de-escalation plans and recording incidents accurately.
• Raising concerns with senior management and participating in team meetings and training sessions.
• Planning and supporting children’s weekly activities, ensuring their voices are heard and their safety is prioritised.
• Following individualised Placement Plans to deliver tailored care and support.
• Supporting children’s education attendance and engagement, encouraging their learning and development.
• Maintaining high standards of safety, confidentiality, and professionalism in line with policies and procedures.
• Recording daily activities, incidents, and medication administration accurately.
• Promoting a clean, safe, and welcoming environment within the home.
• Assisting children with life skills, including personal hygiene and household responsibilities.
• Accompanying children on outdoor activities and outings, fostering social and recreational development.
• Responding appropriately to behavioural challenges, following positive behaviour support plans.
• Raising concerns or issues with senior management and participating in team meetings and training.

Skills

Strong communication

Patience

Compassionate care

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Care, Learning and Development or equivalent

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Job Title

Residential Support Worker - Male only

Location: Crediton, Devon, South West England

Salary: £31,000 - £40,000 per annum

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Job Description

This position is open to men only under the Equality Act 2010 pursuant to Schedule 9, Part 1. It is also subject to an Enhanced DBS check

We are seeking a dedicated Residential Support Worker to join a leading children’s home in Crediton, Devon. This role involves providing vital support and guidance to young boys, helping them develop life skills and achieve positive outcomes within a nurturing environment. The successful candidate will work closely with children, staff, and management to ensure a safe, engaging, and supportive setting.

Our client, a leading provider of children’s residential care, is seeking a dedicated Residential Support Worker to join their team in Crediton, Devon. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on children’s lives within a supportive and professional environment. The successful candidate will work closely with children to promote their development, safety, and well‑being.

Our client is not only dedicated to providing exceptional care for children but also values and rewards their employees for their hard work and dedication. The company is known for being a caring employer that recognises and supports its staff. Additionally, it’s a dog‑loving organisation, making it a wonderful place for animal lovers to work and thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Planning and supporting children’s weekly activities, ensuring their voices are heard and their safety is prioritised.
• Following individualised Placement Plans and supporting children’s attendance at education.
• Maintaining high standards of safety, confidentiality, and professionalism in all interactions.
• Recording daily activities, managing medication, and completing administrative tasks such as journals and handovers.
• Promoting a clean, safe, and welcoming environment within the home.
• Supporting children’s emotional, social, and educational development through positive communication and behaviour management.
• Accompanying children on outdoor activities and encouraging their independence and life skills.
• Responding appropriately to behavioural challenges, following de-escalation plans and recording incidents accurately.
• Raising concerns with senior management and participating in team meetings and training sessions.
• Planning and supporting children’s weekly activities, ensuring their voices are heard and their safety is prioritised.
• Following individualised Placement Plans to deliver tailored care and support.
• Supporting children’s education attendance and engagement, encouraging their learning and development.
• Maintaining high standards of safety, confidentiality, and professionalism in line with policies and procedures.
• Recording daily activities, incidents, and medication administration accurately.
• Promoting a clean, safe, and welcoming environment within the home.
• Assisting children with life skills, including personal hygiene and household responsibilities.
• Accompanying children on outdoor activities and outings, fostering social and recreational development.
• Responding appropriately to behavioural challenges, following positive behaviour support plans.
• Raising concerns or issues with senior management and participating in team meetings and training.

Requirements & Qualifications

• An NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Care, Learning and Development or equivalent qualification.
• Experience working with children or young people in a residential or similar setting.
• Mandatory compliance with an Enhanced DBS check and a Full UK Driving Licence.
• Strong communication skills, patience, and the ability to work under pressure.
• An NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Care, Learning and Development or equivalent qualification.
• Experience working with children in a residential or similar setting.
• Mandatory compliance with an Enhanced DBS Check and a Full UK Driving Licence.
• Strong communication skills, patience, and a compassionate approach to care.

Benefits & Work Environment

• Competitive salary with regular pay reviews.
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development.
• Supportive team environment within a well-established children’s home.
• Additional perks may include pension schemes and flexible working arrangements.
• Competitive salary with regular pay reviews.
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development.
• Supportive team environment within a well-established organisation.
• Additional benefits may include pension schemes, paid sleep-in duties, and transport support.

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.