Childrens Support Worker

Job Title: Children's Support Worker

Location: Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales

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

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time or Part-time options available

Job Description
Are you passionate about making a positive difference in young people's lives? A leading specialist provider is seeking dedicated and compassionate Children's Support Workers to join their team in Aberdare. This role offers flexible working hours, allowing you to choose shifts that fit your schedule, whether you're seeking part-time work, additional income, or a career in social care. As a Children's Support Worker in Aberdare, you will play a vital role in supporting children and young people through engaging activities, emotional support, and safeguarding their wellbeing within a supportive environment.

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

Supporting children and young people in daily activities and interests, including weekends and trips away.
Attending and facilitating weekend and evening activities, from outdoor adventures to creative pursuits.
Promoting independence and wellbeing among young people.
Ensuring the safety and protection of children by adhering to care plans and safeguarding guidelines.
Providing emotional and practical support tailored to individual needs.
Assisting in behaviour management, including de-escalation and incident minimisation.
Supporting children during holidays, trips, and residential stays, including overnight stays.
Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of care plans and health and safety procedures.
Being willing to undergo restraint training if not already qualified.

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

At least 6 months’ experience working with children or within a social care setting.
Strong relationship-building skills and resilience.
Understanding of trauma, homelessness, and domestic abuse impacts.
Ability to respond calmly and effectively in crisis situations.
Empathetic, caring, and resilient nature.
Valid UK driving licence.
Restraint training certification (or willingness to undertake training).
Current Enhanced DBS check on the update service or willingness to obtain one.
Right to work in the UK.

Benefits & Work Environment

Competitive salary with regular pay reviews.
Key perks such as ongoing training, flexible shifts, and a supportive team environment.

If you are a qualified Children's Support Worker looking for an exciting new role in Aberdare, 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.