Childrens Support Worker

Job Title: Children's Support Worker

Location: Bridgend, Wales, South Wales/Postcode Area

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

Employment Type: Temporary / Full-time

Job Description:
We are seeking dedicated Children's Support Workers to join a leading social care provider in Bridgend. This role involves working within Children Residential Services to support vulnerable children and young people, ensuring they receive the care and attention needed for a positive future.

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

Supporting children and young people with their day-to-day activities and interests.
Attending weekends away, holidays, and trips to promote independence and wellbeing.
Providing emotional and practical support to help children overcome challenges.
Ensuring the safety and welfare of children by following care plans and guidelines.
Assisting with behaviour management and de-escalation techniques, including restraint training if qualified.

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

A genuine desire to create positive outcomes for vulnerable children and young people.
Empathetic, caring, and resilient nature.
At least 6 months' experience working with children or within a similar social care setting.
TMVA restraint training certificate or willingness to undergo training.
Valid UK Driving Licence.
Current Enhanced DBS check on the update service or willingness to obtain one.
The right to work in the UK.

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 and healthcare settings.
Support from a dedicated specialist consultant.
Free online and subsidised practical training (TMVA, PMVA, PBM).
Entry into monthly prize draws, including a £50 agency worker of the month and a £500 quarterly Golden Ticket.
24-hour registration process, allowing you to register from home.
Holiday pay, paid weekly or accumulated in a holiday pot.
Vetro contributed pension scheme.

If you are a compassionate and resilient individual looking to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people in Bridgend, apply today!

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