Senior Residential Support Worker

Vetro Recruitment; Tonyrefail, Porth; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary progression

28 days annual leave + 5

Birthday day off

CPD training

Funded Level 4-5 qualifications

Bonus vouchers & double pay for sleep‑

Mileage allowance

Company pension

Job summary

Vetro Recruitment is seeking a Senior Residential Support Worker for our children’s home in Tonyrefail, Wales. You will support up to four young people with emotional and behavioural needs, providing therapeutic care in a safe, semi-rural environment.

Responsibilities include leading shifts, modelling positive behaviour, safeguarding, developing personalised care plans, and maintaining documentation. A Level 3 health and social care qualification and a UK driving licence are essential, with

Qualifications

• Essential QCF/NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care.
• Minimum of 1 year’s experience working in care, preferably with children or young people.
• A full UK manual driving licence.
• Minimum age of 22.
• Passion for making a difference and strong communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm and patient under pressure.
• Flexibility for shift work, including weekends and sleep‑in shifts.
• Basic IT skills and the ability to act as a positive role model.
• Knowledge of statutory care regulations and health & safety procedures.
• Desirable: Level 3 qualification specific to children and young people, experience in residential childcare, Welsh speaker, or registration with Social Care Wales.

Responsibilities

• Providing high-quality care and support to children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs.
• Acting as a positive role model and leader within the team, including shift leading responsibilities.
• Ensuring the safety and well‑being of young people by adhering to statutory requirements, health & safety policies, and risk assessments.
• Supporting young people’s development through personalised care plans and therapeutic activities.
• Maintaining accurate documentation and contributing to team meetings and reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Driving licence

Calm under pressure

Education

QCF/NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care

Welsh speaker (desirable)

Job description

Job Title: Senior Residential Support Worker

Location: Tonyrefail, Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales / South Wales / CF39 Postcode Area

Salary: £27,804.60 - £38,082.60 per annum

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description:

We are seeking a dedicated Senior Residential Support Worker to join our children’s home in Tonyrefail, supporting up to 4 young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties. This role offers the opportunity to work within a safe, semi‑rural environment where young people feel supported, nurtured, and valued. If you are passionate about making a positive impact through therapeutic care, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing high-quality care and support to children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs.
• Acting as a positive role model and leader within the team, including shift leading responsibilities.
• Ensuring the safety and well‑being of young people by adhering to statutory requirements, health & safety policies, and risk assessments.
• Supporting young people’s development through personalised care plans and therapeutic activities.
• Maintaining accurate documentation and contributing to team meetings and reviews.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Essential QCF/NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care.
• Minimum of 1 year’s experience working in care, preferably with children or young people.
• A full UK manual driving licence.
• Minimum age of 22.
• Passion for making a difference and strong communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm and patient under pressure.
• Flexibility for shift work, including weekends and sleep‑in shifts.
• Basic IT skills and the ability to act as a positive role model.
• Knowledge of statutory care regulations and health & safety procedures.
• Desirable: Level 3 qualification specific to children and young people, experience in residential childcare, Welsh speaker, or registration with Social Care Wales.

Benefits & Work Environment

• Competitive salary with structured progression.
• 28 days annual leave plus up to 5 additional days.
• Birthday day off.
• Fully supported induction and ongoing CPD training.
• Fully funded health and social care qualifications (Level 4‑5).
• Incentive bonus vouchers and double pay for sleep‑ins on bank holidays.
• Fully funded mileage allowance for work outside your home.
• Company pension scheme.

We are an equal opportunities employer, and all decisions are made on merit.