Residential Children’s support worker – Port Talbot

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Port Talbot; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated recruitment agency is seeking a compassionate Residential Children’s Support Worker in Port Talbot. The role involves supporting children with various needs in residential settings, ensuring their safety and well-being. Candidates should have at least 6 months of relevant experience and the ability to manage challenging behaviours. This position offers competitive pay and flexible shifts, encouraging a supportive workplace atmosphere.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Flexible agency shifts

Supportive team and ongoing development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months’ UK based experience in a similar role.
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and promote independence.
• Support children with learning and physical disabilities.
• Collaborate with families and professionals.

Skills

Experience working with children and young people

Confidence managing challenging behaviour

Job description

Residential Children’s support worker – Port Talbot

Employer:

Completely Care Recruitment Consultants Ltd

Location:

Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot

Pay:

£14.50 to £15.50 per hour

Contract Type:

Temporary

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

21/12/2025

About this job

Completely care is an established recruitment agency seeking dedicated and compassionate Children’s Support Workers to join our agency team, supporting children and young people in residential, educational, and community settings in Port Talbot.

About the role: You will provide high-quality care, promote independence and daily living skills, follow care plans, and maintain accurate records.

The role involves supporting children who may have learning disabilities, physical disabilities, complex needs, and those who may present challenging behaviours, while ensuring safeguarding, safety, and positive routines.

You’ll work collaboratively with families, staff teams, and professionals to help each child thrive.

A calm, patient, and understanding attitude is essential for this position.

Requirements

• Minimum 6 months’ UK based experience in a similar role
• Experience working with children and young people
• Confidence managing challenging behaviour
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain)

Why Work With Completely care?

• Competitive pay: £14.50 - £15.50
• Flexible agency shifts
• Supportive team and ongoing development opportunities

If you meet the requirements and are looking for flexible, rewarding work, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now or call 01633 211077 for more information

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