Children's Residential Support Worker

Job Title: Children's Support Worker
Location: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1
Salary: £31,273 - £34,275 per annum (inclusive of sleeps)
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

We are seeking a dedicated Children's Support Worker to join a reputable children’s residential service in Peterborough. This role involves working closely with young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and challenging behaviours, within a supportive team environment committed to providing exceptional care and support.

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

Supporting children and young people in their day-to-day activities, promoting independence and well-being
Attending trips, holidays, and activities such as swimming and outings to enrich their social experiences
Ensuring the safety and welfare of young people by following care plans and safeguarding guidelines
Providing emotional and practical support, helping children manage challenging behaviours with compassion and understanding
Assisting with behaviour management strategies to minimise incidents and promote positive development

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
An empathetic, caring, and resilient nature
Some experience in a social care or support work setting, ideally with children or young people
The right to work in the UK
A full, valid UK driving licence is essential
Relevant qualifications are welcomed but not mandatory; willingness to undertake training is important
Over the age of 21

Benefits & Work Environment

Competitive salary with regular pay reviews
Free meals whilst on shift
Opportunities to participate in organised trips, holidays, and activities
Company pension scheme
Access to discounts for shopping outlets, restaurants, and cinemas
Comprehensive training package, including ongoing face-to-face training and CPD planning
Casual dress code and a supportive team environment

If you are a qualified support worker seeking a rewarding role in Peterborough, 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. We are an equal opportunities employer, and decisions are made on merit alone