Residential Children's Support Worker

Vetro Recruitment; Pencoed; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Free food on shift

Vetro contributed pension

Pride in care services

Job summary

Vetro Social Care in Bridgend, Wales is seeking a Children's Support Worker to accompany young people in residential homes. You will work 2:1 with children and colleagues, supporting daily activities and wellbeing in a rewarding role. A full UK driving licence is required and training is provided.

Responsibilities include promoting independence, attending trips and events, and upholding care plans. Competitive weekly pay and entry into incentive schemes are offered.

Qualifications

• 6 months experience in working with children or within a similar social care setting
• TMVA – Restraint Training Certificate
• Valid UK driving licence
• Hold a current Enhanced DBS on the update service or be willing to obtain one

Responsibilities

• Support the children and young people in all day to day activities and interests
• Promote the young person's independence and wellbeing
• Attend weekends away, holidays and trips away with the children
• Attend weekend and evening activities to support the children and young people's interests (e.g., climbing, baking, Butlins)
• Provide emotional and practical support to the young people within your home
• Ensure the safety of young people by maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of care plans and guidelines

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Childcare experience

Education

TMVA – Restraint Training Certificate

Enhanced DBS (update service)

Tools

Vetro Mobile Booking App

Job description

Vetro Social Care in Bridgend, Wales is seeking a Children's Support Worker to accompany young people in residential homes. You will work 2:1 with children and colleagues, supporting daily activities and wellbeing in a rewarding role. A full UK driving licence is required and training is provided.

Responsibilities include promoting independence, attending trips and events, and upholding care plans. Competitive weekly pay and entry into incentive schemes are offered.