Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff, United Kingdom
£14.24 - Per Hour
Temporary
Job Title: Children's Support Worker
Location: Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales / South Wales / CF37 Postcode Area
Salary: £14.24 - 24.48 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay)
Employment Type: Temporary, with potential for permanent position
Job Description: Our client, a leading social care provider, is seeking a dedicated Children's Support Worker to join their team in Pontypridd. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people within a supportive environment. The position begins as a temporary assignment with the potential to transition into a permanent role for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities: As a Children's Support Worker based in Pontypridd, your daily duties will include:
- Supporting children and young people in their day-to-day activities and interests
- Attending weekends away, holidays, and trips to promote social inclusion and independence
- Assisting with personal care, behaviour management, and safeguarding procedures
- Promoting the young person's independence and wellbeing through engaging activities
- Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of care plans and safeguarding guidelines
- Providing emotional and practical support to children and young people in a residential or community setting
Requirements & Qualifications: To be successful as a Children's Support Worker, you will need:
- A genuine desire to create positive outcomes for vulnerable children and young people
- Empathetic, caring, and resilient nature
- At least 6 months’ experience working with children or within a social care setting
- Restraint training (TMVA) or willingness to undertake a 3-day restraint training course
- Valid UK Driving Licence
- Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)
- Right to work in the UK
Benefits & Work Environment:
- Competitive hourly rate with regular pay reviews
- Weekly pay and holiday pay
- Free food during shifts
- Support from a dedicated specialist consultant
- Access to online and practical training courses
- Opportunities for career development within social care
- Contributory pension scheme
- Flexible shift patterns, including evenings and weekends
If you are a qualified Children's Support Worker seeking a rewarding role in Pontypridd, apply today! Join a team committed to making a real difference in young people's lives.
Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent roles. We are an equal opportunities employer, and all decisions are made on merit.
