Chepstow, Monmouthshire, United Kingdom
£14.24 - Per Hour
Temporary
Job Title: Children's Housing Support Worker
Location: Chepstow, Monmouthshire, South East Wales
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 vulnerable children and young people? We are seeking a dedicated Children's Housing Support Worker to join a leading social care provider in Chepstow. This role involves supporting children and young people in supported accommodation, helping them to develop independence and resilience while ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities
As a Children's Housing Support Worker based in Chepstow, 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 young residents
- Protecting children from risks to their health and welfare
- Providing emotional and practical support within the home environment
- Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of care plans and safety guidelines
- Managing challenging behaviour and supporting young people to minimise incidents
Requirements & Qualifications
To be successful as a Children's Housing Support Worker, you will need:
- At least 6 months of experience working with children or within a similar social care setting
- A current Enhanced DBS check on the update service or willingness to obtain one
- The right to work in the UK
- Empathetic, caring, and resilient nature with a genuine desire to create positive outcomes for 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 subsidised courses (TMVA, PMVA, PBM)
- Support from a dedicated specialist consultant
- Use of a mobile booking app for shift communication
- Entry into prize draws, including a quarterly £500 giveaway and an agency worker of the month prize of £50
- Contributed pension scheme
- Flexible shifts, including waking nights from 21:30 to 07:30 or 20:00 to 08:00
If you are a qualified Children's Housing Support Worker looking for an impactful role in Chepstow, apply today!
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