Childrens Support Worker

Job Title: Children's Support Worker

Location: Bridgend, Bridgend County, Wales

Salary: £14.25 - £28.48 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay)

Employment Type: Temporary / Full-time

Job Description:
Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people? Our client, a leading social care provider, is seeking dedicated Children's Support Workers to join their residential services in Bridgend. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with children in a supportive environment, helping them achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:
As a Children's Support Worker based in Bridgend, your daily duties will include:

• Supporting children and young people with their day-to-day activities and interests.
• Promoting independence and wellbeing through personalised care plans.
• Attending weekends away, holidays, and trips to support children’s social and recreational activities.
• Ensuring the safety and welfare of children by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of care guidelines.
• Providing emotional and practical support to help children overcome challenges and behavioural issues.
• Assisting with behaviour management and de-escalation techniques, including restraint training if qualified.

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 similar social care setting.
• Valid Restraint Training Certificate (TMVA) or willingness to undertake the training.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Current Enhanced DBS check on the update service or willingness to obtain one.
• The right to work in the UK.

Benefits & Work Environment:

• Competitive hourly rates of pay, with weekly payments and no payroll charges.
• Free food while on shift.
• Variety of work across different social care and healthcare settings.
• Access to the Vetro Mobile Booking App for shift management.
• Free online and subsidised practical training (TMVA, PMVA, PBM).
• Support from a dedicated specialist consultant.
• Entry into regular prize draws, including a £50 agency worker of the month and a £500 quarterly Golden Ticket draw.
• Holiday pay, paid weekly or accumulated in a holiday pot.
• Contributed pension scheme.

If you are a qualified Children’s Support Worker looking for an exciting opportunity in Bridgend, apply today!

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