Children Support Worker for Transitional Services

Job Title: Children's Support Worker

Location: Newport, Gwent, NP10 Postcode Area

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 social care provider, is seeking dedicated Children's Support Workers to join their team in Newport. This role involves supporting children in their homes during waking night shifts, providing emotional and practical assistance to promote independence and wellbeing.

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

• Supporting children and young people with their daily activities and interests
• Promoting independence and overall wellbeing of the young people
• Ensuring the safety and protection of children by following care plans and guidelines
• Providing emotional support and practical assistance to children in your care
• Managing challenging behaviour and minimising incidents effectively

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
• Empathetic, caring, and resilient nature
• At least 6 months’ experience working with children or within a similar social care setting
• Hold a current Enhanced DBS on the update service or be willing to obtain one
• The right to work in the UK

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, PBM)
• Support from a dedicated specialist consultant
• Use of the Vetro Mobile Booking App for shift communication
• Entry into quarterly prize draws and incentives, including a £50 agency worker of the month and a £500 Golden Ticket
• Contributed pension scheme
• Flexible shift patterns, primarily 8pm to 8am (waking nights only)

If you are a qualified Children's Support Worker looking for an impactful role in Newport, apply today!

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