Children Support worker for Homeless Hostels

Vetro Recruitment; Maesteg; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Ongoing training and development

Supportive team environment

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Vetro Recruitment is seeking a Young Adult Support Worker in Cardiff to assist homeless young adults aged 18-25 in hostels. You will support daily living, promote independence and wellbeing, and work within safety guidelines to protect residents.

The role requires empathy, resilience and at least 6 months’ social care experience. A driving licence, restraint training, and a current DBS are preferred. Flexible hours offered by a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Genuine desire to create positive outcomes for vulnerable young people.
• Empathetic, caring and resilient nature.
• At least 6 months’ experience in social care or work with children.
• Valid UK Driving Licence.
• TMVA Restraint Training certificate or willingness to obtain.
• Current Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support young adults in daily activities and interests.
• Promote independence and wellbeing of young people.
• Protect young people from health and welfare risks.
• Provide emotional and practical support in hostel environment.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of care plans and safety guidelines.
• Assist in managing challenging behaviour and minimising incidents.

Skills

Empathetic

Caring

Resilient

Good communication

Driving Licence

Right to work in the UK

Education

6 months’ experience in social care/working with children

Tools

TMVA Restraint Training

Enhanced DBS (update service)

Job description

Job Title: Young Adult Support Worker

Location: Cardiff, Wales

Salary: £14.24 - £28.48 per hour

Employment Type: Temporary / Full-time

Job Description: We are seeking dedicated Young Adult Support Workers to join a leading specialist provider in Cardiff, Wales. This role involves supporting young adults aged 18-25 in homeless hostels, helping them develop independence and resilience within a supportive environment. If you are compassionate, resilient, and committed to social care, this opportunity offers a meaningful way to make a positive impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting young adults in all daily activities and interests
• Promoting independence and overall wellbeing of young people
• Protecting young people from risks to their health and welfare
• Providing emotional and practical support within the hostel environment
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of care plans and safety guidelines
• Assisting in managing challenging behaviour and minimising incidents

Requirements & Qualifications

• A genuine desire to create positive outcomes for vulnerable young people
• An empathetic, caring, and resilient nature
• At least 6 months’ experience working with children or within a social care setting
• Valid UK Driving Licence
• TMVA - Restraint Training Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
• Hold a current Enhanced DBS on the update service or willing to obtain one
• Right to work in the UK

Benefits & Work Environment

• Competitive hourly rate with regular pay reviews
• Opportunities for ongoing training and development
• Supportive team environment in a community-focused setting
• Flexible working hours to suit your availability

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.