Children Support Worker

Job Title: Children's Support Worker

Location: Gloucestershire, South West, Postcode Area

Salary: £14.25 - £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? Our client, a leading provider of children’s residential services, is seeking dedicated Children's Support Workers to join their team in Gloucestershire. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with children in a supportive environment, helping them achieve their full potential while providing vital care and emotional support.

Key Responsibilities
As a Children's Support Worker based in Gloucestershire, your daily duties will include:

• Supporting children and young people with their daily activities, interests, and development
• Attending trips, weekends away, and organised activities to promote independence and wellbeing
• Ensuring the safety and welfare of children by adhering to care plans and safeguarding guidelines
• Providing emotional and practical support to help children overcome challenges and behavioural issues
• Assisting with behaviour management, including restraint training (or willingness to undertake training)
• Promoting positive relationships and encouraging participation in social and recreational activities

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
• Restraint training certification (TMVA) or willingness to complete a 3-day restraint course
• A valid UK Driving Licence
• Hold a current Enhanced DBS check on the update service or be willing to obtain one
• Empathetic, caring, and resilient 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 paid 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
• Opportunities to work in a variety of social care settings, including residential homes and community projects
• Entry into our quarterly prize draws and recognition schemes, including a £50 agency worker of the month prize and a chance to win £500 in our Golden Ticket draw

If you are a qualified Children's Support Worker looking for an exciting new role in Gloucestershire, 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.