Cwmbran, Torfaen, United Kingdom
£14.24 - Per Hour
Temporary
Job Title: Children's Support Worker
Location: Cwmbran, Torfaen, NP44
Salary: £14.25 - £28.48 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay)
Employment Type: Temporary / Full-time
Job Description
Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people? Our client, a leading provider of children’s residential services, is seeking dedicated Children's Support Workers to join their team in Cwmbran. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with children in a supportive environment, helping them achieve their full potential and enjoy enriching experiences.
Key Responsibilities
As a Children's Support Worker based in Cwmbran, your daily duties will include:
- Supporting children and young people with their day-to-day activities and interests
- Promoting independence and overall wellbeing of the children in your care
- Attending trips, weekends away, and activities to support their social development
- Providing emotional and practical support to children and young people
- Ensuring the safety and welfare of children by following care plans and guidelines
- Assisting in behaviour management and de-escalation when necessary
- Participating in training and development to enhance your skills in social care
Requirements & Qualifications
To be successful as a Children's Support Worker, you will need:
- At least 6 months’ experience working with children or within a similar social care setting
- A valid UK Driving Licence
- TMVA - Restraint Training Certificate (or willingness to undergo the 3-day course)
- Hold a current Enhanced DBS on the update service or be willing to obtain one
- Empathetic, caring, and resilient nature with a desire to create positive outcomes for vulnerable children and young people
Benefits & Work Environment
- Competitive hourly rate with regular pay reviews
- Weekly pay and holiday pay, paid either weekly or accumulated in a holiday pot
- Free food while on shift
- Support from a dedicated specialist consultant
- Free online and subsidised practical training (TMVA, PMVA, PBM)
- Access to the Vetro Mobile Booking App for shift management
- Entry into our quarterly prize draw to win £500, and agency worker of the month prize of £50
- Contributory pension scheme
- Flexible working hours, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-in shifts
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.
