Children’s Residential Support Worker – Bala

Salary: £31,556 – £33,261 (inclusive of sleep-ins)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: 40 per week + sleeps
Shift Pattern: 2 on / 4 off
Location: Bala, Gwynedd

Make a Real Difference Every Day

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people?
We’re hiring a Children’s Residential Support Worker for a stunning rural children’s home just outside Bala. You’ll work with young people aged 8–18 with complex needs and challenging behaviours in a therapeutic, nurturing environment where compassion and consistency truly matter.

This role suits experienced children’s residential support workers, or those from adult mental health, learning disabilities, or challenging behaviour settings looking to develop their career in children’s residential care.

Why Apply?

• £31,556 – £33,261 inclusive of sleep-ins
   

• 4-week fully paid induction and shadowing
   

• Free Level 3 Children & Young People qualification
   

• 31 days annual leave
   

• Free meals and parking while on shift
   

• Regular team building events (all paid for!)
   

• Employee recognition, bonuses, and referral schemes
   

• Clear career progression with a leading therapeutic care provider
   

• Enjoy fun activities with young people: baking, football, cinema trips, crafts, and more!
   

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting and mentoring young people to build independence and confidence
   

• Creating a safe, stable, and nurturing environment
   

• Promoting emotional, social, and behavioural development
   

• Managing and de-escalating challenging behaviours calmly and professionally
   

• Building positive relationships with families, colleagues, and professionals
   

• Helping maintain a warm, homely residential environment
   

What We’re Looking For

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

• Full UK driving licence – ESSENTIAL
   

• 21+ years old – ESSENTIAL (CIW requirement)
   

• Passion, resilience, and a genuine desire to change young lives
   

Join a Leading Therapeutic Childcare Provider

This is more than a job — it’s a chance to shape the future of young people, grow your career, and be part of a supportive, values-led team.

If you’re ready to make a difference, click “APPLY” today.
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Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business for temporary workers and an employment agency for permanent roles. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.