Worcestershire, West Midlands, United Kingdom
£29,291 - £34,933
Permanent
Have you always wanted to work as a children's Residential Support Worker but never had the chance?
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on young people's lives? A leading, outstanding-rated children’s residential care provider is seeking dedicated Support Workers to join their dynamic team in Bromyard, Worcestershire. If you’re resilient, motivated, and eager to support children and young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD), this is an exceptional opportunity to start or further your career in health and social care.
About the role:
As a Support Worker, you will work with young people aged 8-18, helping them develop socially, emotionally, and behaviorally in a safe and caring environment. No two days are alike in this fast-paced setting—every day brings new rewards and challenges.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support young people to participate in activities and take responsibility for their own lives, appropriate to their age.
- Maintain a welcoming, homely atmosphere in the residential setting.
- Manage challenging behaviours safely and sympathetically.
- Protect children and young people from risks to their health and welfare.
- Promote independence and well-being through personalised support.
- Ensure a safe environment by adhering to care plans, guidelines, and reward systems.
- Develop strong relationships with staff, parents, social workers, and other professionals, such as psychologists.
Benefits:
- Paid outings to activities like bike rides and theme parks!
- Fully funded NVQ Level 4 Children & Young People qualification.
- Company pension and 28 days of annual leave.
- Access to discounts for shopping outlets, restaurants, and cinemas.
- Comprehensive training, including ongoing face-to-face sessions and CPD planning.
- Opportunities to increase earnings and advance your career.
- Enhanced disclosure cost coverage.
Candidate Requirements:
- Experience working with children or young people in a residential or social care setting is desirable.
- Healthcare or social care experience is advantageous.
- Must hold a valid driver’s license, as transportation will be needed.
- Over 21 years of age.
- NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Children & Young People is preferred.
- Ability to commute to Bromyard.
If you’re dedicated to supporting young people between 8 and 18 with EBD and eager to develop your career in health and social care, we want to hear from you! Click ‘Apply’ today and take the first step towards a rewarding career helping young people thrive.
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
