Children's Support Worker

Children’s Residential Support Worker – Rhuthin, Denbighshire

Salary: £26,291 – £27,996 + £67.50 per sleep

Contract: Full-time, Permanent | Hours: 40 per week + sleeps | Shift Pattern: 2 on / 4 off

Location: Rhuthin, Denbighshire

Make a Real Difference Every Day 

Are you passionate, resilient, and ready to change lives?

We have an amazing opportunity for a Children’s Residential Support Worker to join a beautiful rural children’s home just outside Rhuthin. You’ll support young people aged 8–18 with complex needs and behaviours in a therapeutic residential setting where care and compassion come first.

This role is perfect for experienced children’s support workers or those from adult mental health or challenging behaviour backgrounds who are ready to move into children’s residential care.

Why You’ll Love This Role 

• £26,291 – £27,996 + £67.50 per sleep

• 4-week paid induction 

• Fully funded Level 3 Children & Young People qualification 

• Free meals and free parking while on shift 

• 31 days annual leave 

• Team building events and social activities (all paid for!) 

• Employee recognition & “recommend a friend” schemes 

• Genuine opportunities to progress and develop your career 

• Get paid to do what you love, arts and crafts, baking, football, cinema trips, and more!

What You’ll Do

• Support and mentor young people to build confidence and independence 

• Create a safe, nurturing, and fun environment where they can thrive 

• Promote social, emotional, and behavioural development 

• Manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour calmly and effectively 

• Build positive relationships with colleagues, families, and professionals

• Help maintain the warm, homely feel of the service

What We’re Looking For 

• Experience in children’s residential care or adult mental health/challenging behaviour support (essential/desirable mix) 

• Driver’s licence – ESSENTIAL (you’ll drive young people to school and activities) 

• 21+ years old – ESSENTIAL (in line with Ofsted regulations)

• Passion, resilience, and a genuine desire to make a difference

• Join One of the UK’s Leading Therapeutic Childcare Providers

This is more than just a job, it’s a chance to change young lives, build your career, and be part of an inspiring team that values compassion, teamwork, and growth.

If this sounds like your dream role, click “APPLY” today and one of the Vetro Recruitment team will be in touch.

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