Children Support Worker

Vetro Recruitment; Pontyclun; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Vetro Recruitment is seeking a compassionate Relief Support Worker to join our client in Pontyclun, South Wales. The role offers flexible shifts and the chance to support children and young people in their daily activities and outings.

You will promote independence, provide emotional and practical support, and help keep care plans up to date while working in a supportive social care environment. Competitive hourly pay of £14.24 plus holiday pay.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or in social care (min 6 months).
• Strong relationship-building skills and resilience in challenging situations.
• Understanding of trauma, homelessness and domestic abuse and their impacts.
• Crisis response awareness and emotional resilience.

Responsibilities

• Support children and young people in daily routines and activities.
• Attend weekends away, holidays and trips with the children.
• Support weekend and evening activities from climbing to baking or trips.
• Promote independence and overall wellbeing.
• Protect children from health and safety risks.
• Provide emotional and practical support within the home.
• Keep care plans and safety guidelines up to date.
• Assist in managing challenging behaviour and minimise incidents.

Skills

Relationship-building

Emotional resilience

Empathy

Trauma awareness

Job description

Job Title: Relief Support Worker – Children and Young People

Location: Pontyclun, South Wales

Salary: Starting at £14.24 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay)

Employment Type: Temporary / Relief

Job Description

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on young lives? Our client, a leading specialist social care provider, is seeking compassionate and adaptable Relief Support Workers to join their team in Pontyclun. This role offers flexible working hours, allowing you to choose shifts that fit your schedule, whether you're a student, parent, or seeking additional income. As a Relief Support Worker, you will support children and young people in their daily activities, outings, and special events, helping to promote their independence and wellbeing. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience in social care while earning competitive pay and making a meaningful difference.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting children and young people in their daily routines and interests
• Attending weekends away, holidays, and trips with the children
• Supporting and participating in weekend and evening activities, from climbing to baking or trips to Butlins
• Promoting the young person's independence and overall wellbeing
• Protecting children and young people from health and safety risks
• Providing emotional and practical support within the home environment
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of care plans and safety guidelines
• Assisting in managing challenging behaviour and minimising incidents effectively

Requirements & Qualifications

• Experience working with children or within a social care setting (minimum 6 months)
• Strong relationship-building skills and resilience in challenging situations
• Understanding of trauma, homelessness, domestic abuse, and their impacts
• Crisis response awareness and emotional resilience
• Empathetic, caring, and adaptable nature
• TMVA - Restraint Training certificate or willingness to undergo training
• Valid UK driving licence
• Current Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to obtain one
• Right to work in the UK

Benefits & Work Environment

• Competitive hourly rate of £14.24, with regular pay reviews
• Flexible shifts to suit your availability
• Opportunities to gain experience in social care and support young people
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

If you are a committed and compassionate individual looking for an exciting new role in Pontyclun,

Vetro is an equal opportunities employer, and decisions are made on merit alone.