Newtown, Powys, United Kingdom
£28632 - £31253
Permanent
Job Title: Residential Support Worker (Children’s Residential Care, Full-Time)
Location: Newtown, Powys, SY15
Salary: £28,632.24 - £31,253.04 per annum (including sleep-ins)
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Description:
We are seeking a dedicated Residential Support Worker to join our children’s residential care team in Newtown, Powys. This full-time role offers the opportunity to work within a nurturing environment, supporting young people in a high-quality, tailored care setting. The successful candidate will be committed to making a positive difference in children’s lives and will work as part of a passionate team dedicated to person-centred care.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Residential Support Worker based in Newtown, Powys, your daily duties will include:
- Providing high-quality care and support to children and young people in a residential setting.
- Engaging children in activities such as arts and crafts, outdoor games, and other recreational pursuits to promote development and well-being.
- Supporting children with their individual care plans, ensuring their safety, rights, and participation are upheld.
- Working flexible shift patterns, including sleep-in duties, to ensure continuous care coverage.
Requirements & Qualifications:
To be successful as a Residential Support Worker, you will need:
- A full manual UK driving licence.
- Ability to work shift patterns of 3 on 6 off or 2 on 4 off, including sleep-in shifts.
- An energetic and compassionate approach, with the ability to work in a fast-paced residential environment.
- A genuine interest in working with children and young people, with a positive and approachable attitude.
Benefits & Work Environment:
- Competitive salary with regular pay reviews.
- Up to 28 days holiday, with an additional holiday purchase scheme.
- Dedicated learning and development programmes, including NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care.
- Access to free online training courses on a variety of topics.
- Free DBS check and subscription to the Update Service.
- Free meals on shift.
- Company vehicle for work-related travel.
- Employee recognition schemes and annual awards evening.
- Opportunities to apply for family & friends grants through the client.
If you are a compassionate and motivated individual seeking a rewarding role in Newtown, Powys, apply today to join our team as a Residential Support Worker.
Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent roles. We are an equal opportunities employer, making decisions based on merit.
