Childrens Support Worker

Job Title: Children's Support Worker

Location: Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taf, South Wales

Salary: £14.24 - £29.00 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay)

Employment Type: Temporary

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 Pontypridd. 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 Pontypridd, 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 provide consistent support
Ensuring the safety and welfare of children by adhering to care guidelines
Providing emotional and practical support to help children overcome challenges
Assisting with behaviour management and de-escalation techniques
Participating in activities such as outings, sports, and social events to enrich the children's experiences

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 social care setting
Level 3 qualification in Children and Young People
A valid UK Driving Licence
An Enhanced DBS check on the update service or willingness to obtain one
Restraint training (TMVA) certification or willingness to undertake a 3-day restraint training course
A genuine desire to create positive outcomes for vulnerable children and young people
Empathetic, caring, and resilient nature

Benefits & Work Environment

Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and no payroll charges
Free food while on shift
Variety of work across different social care settings
Access to the Vetro Mobile Booking App for shift communication
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
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 Pontypridd, apply today! Join a team committed to making a real, measurable difference in the lives of children and young people.

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.