Outdoor Residential Youth Support Worker

Lavoro Care; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible shifts

Training & career development

Friendly recruitment team

Job summary

Lavoro Care is seeking a Children’s Residential Support Worker to help young people in outdoor residential and activity settings across Wales. You’ll support daily routines, wellbeing, and personal development while modelling calm, respectful behaviour.

Applicants should have at least 6 months’ UK experience in children's residential care, a positive, energetic attitude, and a full UK driving licence. Enhanced DBS is required and flexible shifts may include evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins.

Qualifications

• 6 months' UK experience in Children's Residential Care.
• Experience supporting children with EBD and challenging behaviours.
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle (essential).
• Enhanced DBS check required (Portable DBS certificates are welcomed)
• Right to work in the UK
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins where required.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children and young people in outdoor residential settings
• Encouraging participation in adventure and activity-based programmes
• Building trusting relationships and being a positive role model
• Supporting daily routines, wellbeing, and personal development
• Managing challenging behaviours with patience, understanding, and professionalism
• Working alongside a dedicated team to provide a safe, fun, and nurturing environment

Skills

UK residential care experience

Positive attitude

Outdoor enthusiasm

Job description

Lavoro Care is seeking a Children’s Residential Support Worker to help young people in outdoor residential and activity settings across Wales. You’ll support daily routines, wellbeing, and personal development while modelling calm, respectful behaviour.

Applicants should have at least 6 months’ UK experience in children's residential care, a positive, energetic attitude, and a full UK driving licence. Enhanced DBS is required and flexible shifts may include evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins.