Childrens Support Worker

Job Title: Children's Support Worker
Location: Coity, Wales
Salary: £14.24 - £28.48 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay)

Job Description:
Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people? A leading specialist provider is seeking dedicated Children's Support Workers to join their residential services in Coity. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work closely with children and young people, supporting their development, wellbeing, and independence within a nurturing environment. If you are empathetic, resilient, and committed to creating meaningful change, this could be the perfect role for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support children and young people in their daily activities and interests
• Promote independence and emotional wellbeing of young residents
• Attend weekends away, holidays, and trips to support children’s social activities
• Participate in weekend and evening activities, from climbing to baking or trips to leisure destinations
• Protect children from risks to their health and welfare
• Provide emotional and practical support within the home
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of care plans and safety guidelines
• Support children in managing challenging behaviour and minimise incidents

Requirements:

• 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 undergo a 3-day course
• Valid UK Driving Licence
• Hold a current Enhanced DBS on the update service or willing to obtain one
• Right to work in the UK

If you are ready to make a real, measurable difference in the lives of young people, we would love to hear from you. To apply for the Children's Support Worker role in Coity, please click the ‘apply’ button below.

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 opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.