Children Support Worker for Transitional Services

Job Title: Children's Support Worker

Location: Caerleon, Newport, NP postcode area

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

Employment Type: Temporary / Agency

Job Description
Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people? We are seeking dedicated Children's Support Workers for a leading social care provider in Caerleon, Newport. This role involves supporting children in their homes during waking night shifts, providing emotional and practical assistance to promote their independence and wellbeing.

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

Supporting children and young people with their daily activities and interests
Promoting independence and overall wellbeing of the young people
Protecting children from risks to their health and welfare
Providing emotional and practical support within the home environment
Ensuring safety by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of care plans and guidelines
Managing challenging behaviour and helping to minimise incidents

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

A minimum of 6 months’ experience working with children or within a similar social care setting
An empathetic, caring, and resilient nature
A current Enhanced DBS check on the update service or willingness to obtain one
The right to work in the UK

Benefits & Work Environment

Excellent pay rates with weekly pay and no payroll charges
Flexible shifts from 6pm to 6am (waking nights only)
Free food while on shift
Variety of work across different social care and healthcare settings
Support from a dedicated specialist consultant
Free online and subsidised practical training (TMVA, PMVA, PBM)
Vetro Mobile Booking App for shift communication
Agency worker of the month prize (£50) and quarterly £500 Golden Ticket draw
Holiday pay (paid weekly or accumulated in a holiday pot)
Vetro contributed pension scheme

If you are a qualified Children's Support Worker seeking a rewarding role in Caerleon, apply today!

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