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Children's Residential Support Worker

Reference: 11724
Location
Shrewsbury, Shropshire, United Kingdom
Salary
£30,060 - £34,488
Contract Type
Permanent

Job Title: Children's Residential Support Worker
Location: Shrewsbury, Shropshire, UK
Salary: £30,060 to £34,488 (sleep allowance included)
Shifts: Long day shifts and sleep-ins required

Job Description:
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on young people's lives? We are seeking a dedicated Children's Residential Support Worker to join a leading specialist provider in Shrewsbury. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people aged 8-18 with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and challenging behaviours.

If you are enthusiastic, resilient, and committed to creating a safe, caring environment, this could be the perfect role for you. As a Children's Residential Support Worker, you will engage with young people through activities, mentorship, and support, helping them develop socially, emotionally, and behaviourally.

Enjoy a role where no two days are the same, with opportunities to participate in fun activities like arts and crafts, movie nights, and outdoor pursuits.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Encourage young people to participate in activities and take responsibility for their lives
  • Maintain a safe, homely environment within the residential setting
  • Support young people in managing challenging behaviours safely and sympathetically
  • Promote the independence and well-being of children and young people
  • Protect children and young people from risks to their health and welfare
  • Develop and sustain positive relationships with staff, parents, social workers, and other professionals

Requirements:

  • Full UK driver’s license and access to a car (essential for transporting young people)
  • Over the age of 21
  • Empathetic, relatable, with excellent listening and communication skills
  • Experience in social care or working with young people is desirable but not essential
  • Resilience and a genuine desire to make a difference in young people's lives

Why Join Us?

  • Competitive salary with sleep-in allowances
  • Free meals during shifts
  • Opportunities to participate in activities like fishing, football, and arts & crafts
  • Casual dress code and company pension scheme
  • Access to discounts for shopping outlets, restaurants, and cinemas
  • Comprehensive training and ongoing CPD opportunities
  • Enhanced disclosure cost coverage

If you are ready to become a Children's Residential Support Worker and help young people thrive, we want to hear from you. Click the ‘apply’ button below to start your journey.

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.

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