Childrens Support Worker

Job Title: Children’s Residential Support Worker

Location: Merthyr Tydfil 

Salary: £14.24 - £28.48 a hour (inclusive of holiday pay)

Employment Type: Temporary 

Job Description:
Vetro Recruitment is currently recruiting for a Children’s Residential Support Worker to join a welcoming and therapeutic children’s residential home in South Wales. This role offers the opportunity to work within a nurturing environment that prioritises individual needs, personal development, and positive relationships. The home provides a safe, homely setting designed to support children and young people in feeling secure and valued.

Key Responsibilities:
As a Children’s Residential Support Worker based in South Wales, your daily duties will include:

• Providing high-quality care and support to children and young people within a residential setting

• Building positive, trusting, and consistent relationships with the children

• Supporting children to understand and manage their emotions

• Promoting positive behaviour through consistent and therapeutic approaches

• Encouraging independence and developing essential life skills

• Supporting children with their education, hobbies, and personal development

• Planning and participating in activities both within the home and in the local community

• Supporting outdoor play, learning, and recreational activities

• Attending to the individual needs of each child and promoting their individuality

• Maintaining accurate records and completing relevant documentation

• Working closely with colleagues, families, social workers, and other professionals

• Following safeguarding procedures and organisational policies at all times

• Providing a safe, stable, and nurturing environment for every child

Requirements & Qualifications:
To be successful as a Children’s Residential Support Worker, you will need:

• Previous experience working with children or young people (desirable within residential childcare, supported living, education, or care environments)

• A patient, nurturing, and non-judgemental approach

• The ability to build strong and appropriate professional relationships

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• The ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations

• A good understanding of safeguarding procedures

• A willingness to participate in activities and be actively involved in children’s lives

• The ability to work as part of a team

• A full UK driving licence (desirable)

Benefits & Work Environment:

• Competitive pay rates with regular pay reviews

• Flexible shift patterns to suit your availability

• Full-time and part-time opportunities

• Temporary and permanent positions

• Weekly pay and holiday pay

• Ongoing training and development opportunities

• Dedicated consultant support

• The chance to gain valuable experience within children’s residential care

• The opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people

Apply Today:
If you are passionate about supporting children and young people and are seeking a rewarding role in South Wales, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and one of our dedicated Vetro Recruitment consultants will be in touch to discuss the opportunity.

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. We are an equal opportunities employer, and decisions are made on merit alone.