Spalding , Lincolnshire, United Kingdom
£31,279 - £33,705
Permanent
Children's Support Worker – Children’s Residential Care - Wisbech
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people? Join a leading organisation in the child care sector as a Children’s Support Worker at a dedicated residential service in Wisbech. If you’re caring, resilient, and eager to support young people with Emotional Behavioural Disorders (EBD) and challenging behaviours, we want to hear from you!
Position: Children’s Support Worker
Location: Wisbech
Salary: £31,279 to £33,705 (Including sleep-ins)
Hours: Long day shifts and sleep-in duties
Type: Full-time, permanent role
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive salary with sleep-in allowances
- Free meals during shifts
- Opportunities to get paid to have fun – from gaming to theme park visits!
- Casual dress code
- Company pension scheme
- Access to discounts at retail outlets, restaurants, and cinemas
- Comprehensive training and ongoing CPD planning
- Career development opportunities to enhance your skills and earnings
- Enhanced disclosure cost coverage
Your role: Children’s Support Worker
As a key member of the team, you will:
- Support children and young people in their daily activities and interests
- Promote independence and well-being of children with EBD and challenging behaviours
- Participate in weekends away, holidays, and trips to create memorable experiences
- Support children in their weekend and evening activities, from climbing to baking!
- Protect children’s health and welfare by adhering to care plans and safety guidelines
- Offer emotional and practical support to help children develop confidence and resilience
- Minimise challenging incidents through proactive behaviour management
What we’re looking for in you:
- A genuine desire to improve outcomes for vulnerable children and young people
- An empathetic, caring, and resilient personality
- Some experience in social care or supporting children and young people (personal or professional)
- The right to work in the UK
- Valid driving licence (essential)
- Relevant qualifications are a plus!
- Must be over 21
If you’re motivated to provide a safe, nurturing environment and support children on their journey to independence, this is the opportunity for you!
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 opportunity employer and decisions are made on merit alone.
