Maiden Bradley

Vetro Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An experienced caring organisation in Warminster is seeking dedicated Children's Residential Support Workers to support young people aged 8-18 with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). In this role, you will encourage participation in activities, promote independence, and provide a safe environment. Ideal candidates have experience in children's residential settings or social care, hold a full UK driver's license, and are over 21 years old. Attractive benefits include training opportunities and comprehensive support.

Benefits

Company pension

28 days annual leave

Access to discounts at major outlets

Qualifications

• Must hold a full UK driver's licence and have access to a car.
• Experience with emotional and behavioural difficulties in young people.
• Over the age of 21.

Responsibilities

• Encourage participation in activities and promote independence.
• Maintain a safe, warm, and homely environment.
• Safely manage challenging behaviours with empathy.

Skills

Experience in children's residential setting

Healthcare or social care experience

Compassionate and motivated

Education

NVQ or QCF Level 3 in Children & Young People (desirable)

Job description

Children's Residential Support Worker

Location: Warminster
Shifts: Long day shifts and sleep‑ins required
39 Hours per week

Why Join This Organisation?

• Work in a supportive, caring environment focused on positive development
• Enjoy fun activities like bike rides, theme park visits, and gaming sessions during your workday
• Opportunity to undertake a fully funded NVQ Level 4 in Children & Young People
• Comprehensive training and ongoing CPD opportunities
• Attractive benefits, including a company pension, 28 days’ annual leave, and access to discounts at major outlets
• Maximise your earnings and develop your career within social care

Key Responsibilities

• Encourage participation in activities and promote independence suitable to the young person's age
• Maintain a safe, warm, and homely environment
• Safely manage challenging behaviours with empathy and professionalism
• Protect and support children and young people's health, welfare, and well‑being
• Liaise with parents, social workers, and other professionals involved in the young person's care
• Support young people to develop life skills and confidence
• Keep up‑to‑date with individual care plans and communication preferences

What We're Looking For

• Experience in a children's residential setting or working with young people is preferred
• Healthcare or social care experience is advantageous
• Must hold a full UK driver's licence and have access to a car (sleep allowance included)
• Over the age of 21
• NVQ or QCF Level 3 in Children & Young People (desirable)
• Reliable, compassionate, and motivated to support young people on their journey to independence
• Ability to commute to Warminster

Are you passionate about making a real difference in young people's lives? Do you thrive in a fast‑paced, rewarding environment where no two days are the same? An experienced and caring organisation is looking for dedicated Children's Residential Support Workers to join their vibrant residential home supporting young people aged 8‑18 with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and challenging behaviours.

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 opportunity employer, and decisions are made on merit alone.