Childrens support Worker

Job Title: Children’s Support Worker (Residential)
Location: Neath, Wales, United Kingdom
Salary: £14.24 - £18.48 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay)
Employment Type: Temporary / Full-time

Job Description:
Are you passionate about supporting vulnerable children and young people? Our client in Neath is seeking dedicated Children’s Support Workers to work in residential settings, providing essential care and guidance. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children who have been taken into care, helping them develop independence, wellbeing, and safe routines.

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

Supporting children and young people with their daily activities and interests to promote independence and wellbeing.
Attending weekends away, holidays, and trips with the children to foster positive experiences.
Assisting with weekend and evening activities, including community outings and recreational pursuits.
Protecting children from risks to their health and welfare through vigilant supervision.
Providing emotional and practical support within the home environment.
Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of care plans and guidelines to ensure safe and consistent care.
Supporting children to manage challenging behaviour and minimise incidents effectively.

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

A genuine desire to create positive outcomes for vulnerable children and young people.
An empathetic, caring, and resilient nature.
At least 6 months’ experience working with children or in a similar social care setting.
Restraint training: either completed or willing to undertake a 3-day restraint training course.
A valid UK driving licence (required for the role).
Current Enhanced DBS check on the update service, or willingness to obtain one.
Right to work in the UK.

Benefits & Work Environment:

Competitive hourly rate of £14.24 - £18.48, with regular pay reviews.
Opportunities for ongoing training and development.
Supportive team environment within a dedicated residential care setting in Neath.
Flexible working hours including weekends and evenings.

If you are a compassionate and resilient individual seeking a rewarding role in Neath, apply today! 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.