Job Description:

Children's Residential Support Worker
Warminster, £32,304 to £35,305 ( Inclusive of sleep in's )

Shifts: Long day shifts and sleep-ins required

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in young people's lives? Join our client’s dedicated team in Warminster as a Children’s Residential Support Worker and have a real impact supporting children and young people aged 8-18 with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). This is your chance to work in a vibrant environment where every day presents new challenges and rewards.

Responsibilities:

• Encourage young people to participate in activities and take responsibility for their own lives, tailored to their age.
• Maintain a homely, welcoming environment within the residential home.
• Safely manage challenging behaviours using appropriate skills and techniques.
• Protect children and young people from risks to their health and welfare.
• Support the independence and overall well-being of residents.
• Keep the environment safe and develop individual care plans according to guidelines.
• Build positive relationships with staff, families, social workers, and professionals involved in the young people’s care.
• Assist with transport and outings, such as visits to theme parks and recreational activities.

Essential Requirements:

• Full UK driving licence and access to a car (sleep allowance included).
• Over the age of 21.
• Ability to commute to Warminster.
• Experience working with children, young people, or in social care is desirable.
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Children & Young People (desirable).

Desirable Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a Children’s Residential Support Worker or in social/healthcare settings.

Benefits:

• Fully funded NVQ Level 4 Children & Young People qualification.
• Company pension scheme.
• 28 days’ annual leave.
• Discount schemes for shopping, dining, and entertainment.
• Comprehensive training and ongoing CPD.
• Opportunities for career development and earnings growth.
• Paid activities such as bike rides and visits to theme parks.
• Enhanced disclosure cost coverage.

Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to appropriate checks, including an enhanced DBS clearance.

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.