Rotherham, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom
£30,062 - £34,488
Permanent
Job Title: Children's Support Worker – Residential Care in Rotherham
Location: Rotherham, South Yorkshire, UK
Salary: £31,279 to £33,705 (Inclusive of sleep-ins)
Shifts: Long day shifts and sleep-ins required
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 Support Worker to join a leading specialist provider’s Children’s Residential service in Rotherham.
This full-time, permanent role offers an exciting opportunity to work within a supportive team, 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
- Participate in weekend and evening activities, from climbing to baking cakes
- Protect children from risks to their health and welfare
- Provide emotional and practical support within the home
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of care plans and safety guidelines
- Support the team in managing challenging behaviours and minimising incidents
Requirements:
- A genuine desire to support vulnerable children and young people
- Empathetic, caring, and resilient nature
- Some professional or personal experience in social care or related settings
- Right to work in the UK
- A valid driving licence is essential
- Relevant qualifications are welcome
- Must be over the age of 21
This Children's Support Worker role in Rotherham offers a rewarding career with excellent benefits, including free meals on shift, access to discounts, comprehensive training, and opportunities for career development. The position involves long day shifts and sleep-ins, providing a dynamic and fulfilling work environment.
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.
