Peterborough, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom
£31473 - £34475
Permanent
Job Title: Children's Support Worker
Location: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1
Salary: £31,273 - £34,275 per annum (inclusive of sleeps)
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
We are seeking a dedicated Children's Support Worker to join a reputable children’s residential service in Peterborough. This role involves working closely with young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and challenging behaviours, within a supportive team environment committed to providing exceptional care and support.
Key Responsibilities
As a Children's Support Worker based in Peterborough, your daily duties will include:
- Supporting children and young people in their day-to-day activities, promoting independence and well-being
- Attending trips, holidays, and activities such as swimming and outings to enrich their social experiences
- Ensuring the safety and welfare of young people by following care plans and safeguarding guidelines
- Providing emotional and practical support, helping children manage challenging behaviours with compassion and understanding
- Assisting with behaviour management strategies to minimise incidents and promote positive development
Requirements & Qualifications
To be successful as a Children's Support Worker, you will need:
- A genuine desire to create positive outcomes for vulnerable children and young people
- An empathetic, caring, and resilient nature
- Some experience in a social care or support work setting, ideally with children or young people
- The right to work in the UK
- A full, valid UK driving licence is essential
- Relevant qualifications are welcomed but not mandatory; willingness to undertake training is important
- Over the age of 21
Benefits & Work Environment
- Competitive salary with regular pay reviews
- Free meals whilst on shift
- Opportunities to participate in organised trips, holidays, and activities
- Company pension scheme
- Access to discounts for shopping outlets, restaurants, and cinemas
- Comprehensive training package, including ongoing face-to-face training and CPD planning
- Casual dress code and a supportive team environment
If you are a qualified support worker seeking a rewarding role in Peterborough, apply today! 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. We are an equal opportunities employer, and decisions are made on merit alone
