Supported Accommodation for Young People

Job Title: Support Worker – Supported Accommodation for Young People in Wrexham

Location: Wrexham, North Wales, UK

Salary: £33,152 – £34,342 per year (depending on qualifications)

Job Description:

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on young people's lives? A leading specialist provider in supported accommodation is seeking dedicated Support Workers to join their new service in Wrexham. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a brand-new 4-bed supported accommodation home for 16–17-year-olds in Wrexham, offering a rewarding career in youth support and development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build positive, trusting relationships with young people to support their independence and personal growth
• Assist with developing essential life skills such as cooking, budgeting, and self-care
• Promote emotional well-being and resilience through daily support and structured routines
• Encourage engagement in education, training, and employment opportunities
• Safeguard young people in line with statutory guidance and company policies
• Support community involvement, activities, and personal development initiatives
• Work collaboratively within a team to provide stability and consistency in the home
• Record keywork sessions, daily logs, and contribute to support planning

What We’re Looking For:

• A genuine passion for supporting young people to achieve independence
• Ability to build strong, supportive relationships with young people
• Patience, resilience, and adaptability in a dynamic environment
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins
• Relevant experience in supported accommodation, residential childcare, or similar settings is desirable but not essential
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or willingness to complete this within an agreed timeframe
• A driver over 25 with relevant experience to facilitate outdoor activities and outings for young people (ex-military experience is a plus)

Why Work With Us?

• Competitive salary with sleep-in allowances of £60 per sleep-in
• Opportunity to help shape a new service from the ground up
• Full training and ongoing professional development
• Supportive, trauma-informed team environment
• Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation

Shift Pattern:

• 3-week rotating schedule:
  • Week 1: Monday, Wednesday, Saturday
  • Week 2: Tuesday, Friday, Sunday
  • Week 3: Thursday
• 24-hour shifts including sleep-ins 

If you’re ready to make a real difference in the lives of young people in Wrexham, we want to hear from you. Join our client’s team and help shape the future of supported accommodation for young people in North Wales.

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.