Gweithiwr Cymorth Nos Effro x1 / Waking Night Support Worker x1

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council; Merthyr Tydfil; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council as a Residential Support Worker. You'll play a vital role in establishing a new residential home for children, providing essential emotional and social support while ensuring a safe environment. This position requires commitment to the care and development of young individuals, including managing daily routines and activities. If you have the necessary qualifications and a passion for helping vulnerable children, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Provide emotional and social support.
• Manage challenging behaviour.
• Support day-to-day care of children.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe and secure environment for children.
• Undertake domestic tasks and attend appointments.
• Participate in sleep-in shifts on a rota basis.

Skills

Emotional Support

Social Support

Understanding Childhood Trauma

Education

Essential Qualifications

Job description

Job Ref: RE-1744

Job Scale: Grade 4

Job Hours: 31.5 Hours per week

Location: Y Blodau (Uned 1) / The Flowers (Unit 1)

Speciality:

Grade 4 SCP 13-17 = £28,163 - £30,060 per annum pro rata
31.5 Hours = 85.13% = £23,975 - £25,590 per annum

We are seeking Residential Support Workers to help set up our own residential children’s home within the Merthyr Tydfil County Borough. This is an exciting time to join the local authority as we begin to establish a residential arm to support children and young people in our care.

As a Residential Support Worker, you will be integral in providing a safe and secure environment where children and young people can thrive. Responsibilities include providing emotional and social support, managing challenging behaviour, and understanding early childhood trauma.

The role involves supporting the day-to-day care of children, including routines, education, activities, hobbies, and community involvement. You will undertake domestic tasks, attend appointments, and maintain contact with family and friends. The young people are cared for 24/7, and sleep-in shifts are required on a rota basis.

For further information, contact Warren Davies at 01685 725000 or [e-mail].

You must provide evidence of all essential qualifications. Application forms can be obtained by calling 01685 725000 and should be returned by 06.06.2025 to HR Administration, Civic Centre, Castle Street, Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 8AN, or via email to [e-mail].

Ability to speak Welsh is desirable.

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council is committed to safeguarding vulnerable people. Rigorous pre-employment checks are undertaken for all appointments. All employees must comply with data protection, information security policies, and confidentiality requirements. Breaches may lead to disciplinary action.

We value diversity and are committed to equality of opportunity. Applications from all backgrounds are encouraged. We are dedicated to eliminating discrimination and ensuring fair recruitment practices.