cwmbran, Torfaen, United Kingdom
£14.24 - Per Hour
Temporary
Job Title: Children's Support Worker
Location: Cwmbran, Torfaen, NP44
Salary: £14.24 - £28.48 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay)
Employment Type: Temporary / Agency
Job Description
Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people? We are seeking dedicated Children's Support Workers to join a leading social care provider in Cwmbran, Torfaen. This role involves supporting children in residential settings, working closely with other staff members to promote their wellbeing and independence.
Key Responsibilities
As a Children's Support Worker based in Cwmbran, your daily duties will include:
- Providing practical and emotional support to children and young people in residential care
- Assisting with daily activities, outings, and behavioural management
- Supporting children during trips, holidays, and weekend activities, including overnight stays and outings
- Promoting independence and safeguarding the welfare of young people in your care
- Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of individual care plans and safety guidelines
- Contributing to a safe and nurturing environment, including managing challenging behaviour when necessary
Requirements & Qualifications
To be successful as a Children's Support Worker, you will need:
- A minimum of 6 months’ experience working with children or within a social care setting
- A valid UK Driving Licence
- An Enhanced DBS check on the update service or willingness to obtain one
- Restraint training (TMVA) certification or willingness to undertake a 3-day restraint training course
- A compassionate, resilient, and empathetic nature with a genuine desire to support vulnerable children and young people
Benefits & Work Environment
- Competitive hourly rate with regular pay reviews
- Weekly pay and holiday pay, either weekly or accumulated in a holiday pot
- Free food while on shift
- Access to online and practical training, including TMVA, PMVA, and PBM courses
- Support from a dedicated specialist consultant
- Entry into prize draws, including a quarterly £500 cash prize and agency worker of the month awards
- Flexible working hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and sleep-in shifts
- Vetro contributed pension scheme
If you are a qualified Children's Support Worker looking for an exciting opportunity in Cwmbran, 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. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.
