Shrewsbury, Shropshire, United Kingdom
£30272.7 - £34275
Permanent
Job Title: Support Worker
Location: Shrewsbury
Salary: £30,272.70 to £34,275 (Inclusive of sleep in's)
Job Description:
Are you an energetic, hands-on individual who loves making a positive difference? Our client, a leading specialist provider, is seeking enthusiastic Support Workers to join their new children’s home. This role offers the opportunity to engage in meaningful activities, organise days out, and support children in building confidence and creating lasting memories. If you are passionate about supporting young people and enjoy a dynamic, rewarding environment, this Support Worker role in [City] could be perfect for you.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work as part of a caring team in a safe, nurturing environment
- Act as a positive role model, offering encouragement and praise
- Organise and participate in activities such as swimming, skating, and go-karting
- Provide emotional and practical support in challenging situations
- Build trusting relationships and promote independence among children
Requirements:
- A caring, resilient, and flexible approach
- Positive attitude and excellent communication skills
- Care experience or transferable skills
- Ability to remain calm under pressure
- Full UK driving licence (essential)
- Flexibility to work shifts, including sleep-ins
Additional Information:
This role in [City] offers a full-time, long-day hours contract with sleep-ins. All training and externally recognised qualifications are fully funded. Benefits include a real living wage, full induction, funded training, enhanced pay based on qualifications and experience, and a range of employee wellbeing support. You will also receive 28 days of annual leave, free meals, a pension scheme, life assurance, and a £500 refer-a-friend bonus split with the referrer.
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.
