Shrewsbury, Shropshire, United Kingdom
£30272.7 - £34275
Permanent
Job Title: Children's Support Worker – Residential Care
Location: Shrewsbury, Shropshire, UK
Salary: £30,272.70 to £34,275 (Inclusive of sleep)
Job Description:
Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people? We are seeking a dedicated Children's Support Worker to join a leading specialist provider in Shrewsbury. This full-time, permanent role offers an exciting opportunity to work within a supportive team, providing exceptional care and support to children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and challenging behaviours. If you are empathetic, resilient, and committed to creating positive outcomes, this could be the perfect role for you.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support children and young people in their daily activities and interests
- Promote independence and well-being for children with EBD and challenging behaviours
- Attend weekends away, holidays, and trips to support children’s social and recreational activities
- Participate in weekend and evening activities, from climbing to baking and outings
- Protect children from risks to their health and welfare
- Provide emotional and practical support within the home
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of care plans and guidelines to ensure safety
- Support behaviour management strategies to minimise incidents and challenges
Requirements:
- A genuine desire to create positive outcomes for vulnerable children and young people
- Empathetic, caring, and resilient nature
- Some professional or personal experience in a social care setting
- The right to work in the UK
- A valid driving licence is essential
- Must be over the age of 21
This Children's Support Worker role in Shrewsbury offers a competitive salary, comprehensive training, and excellent benefits, including free meals on shift, company pension, and access to discounts. You will have opportunities for career development and to maximise earnings through various activities.
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 opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.
