Shrewsbury, Shropshire, United Kingdom
£30,060 - £34,488
Permanent
Job Title: Children's Support Worker – Residential Care in Shrewsbury
Location: Shrewsbury, Shropshire, UK
Salary: £30,062 to £34,488 (Inclusive of sleep)
Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people? We are seeking a dedicated Children's Support Worker to join a leading specialist provider in Shrewsbury. This full-time, permanent role offers an exciting opportunity to work within a supportive team environment, providing exceptional care for children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and challenging behaviours. If you are empathetic, resilient, and committed to creating positive outcomes, this could be the perfect role for you.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support children and young people in their daily activities and interests
- Promote independence and well-being for children with EBD and challenging behaviours
- Attend weekends away, holidays, and trips to support children’s development and enjoyment
- Engage in weekend and evening activities, from climbing to baking, to foster positive experiences
- Protect children from risks to their health and welfare
- Provide emotional and practical support aligned with individual care plans
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of care guidelines and safety procedures
- Assist in managing challenging behaviours and minimising incidents
Requirements:
- A genuine desire to support vulnerable children and young people
- Empathetic, caring, and resilient personality
- Some professional or personal experience in social care or related fields
- Right to work in the UK
- A driver's license is essential
- Must be over the age of 21
This Children's Support Worker role in Shrewsbury offers excellent benefits, including free meals on shift, company pension, access to discounts, comprehensive training, and opportunities for career development. The role involves working 14-hour day shifts and sleep-ins, providing a rewarding environment to grow your skills and make a real difference.
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.
