Children Support Worker

Vetro Recruitment; Presteigne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Are you an experienced support worker who is enthusiastic, resilient, and driven to enrich and make a difference in the lives of other people?

Would you like to work in a specialist Children's School that is surrounded by 18 acres of fields and woodlands, with its own lake, a swimming pool, sports hall and vast amounts of in and outdoor learning and play opportunities? Then we have the perfect opportunity for you!

The school is situated on the border of Powys and Herefordshire and its ethos is to ensure Children are supported to engage and inspire, to develop confidence, make friends and create lasting childhood memories.

If you are passionate about supporting children then this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Overview:

• Title: Children Support Worker
• Pay: £13.68 - £27.36 per hour inclusive of holiday pay
• Location: Presteigne
• Hours: Flexible pattern available, pick and choose the shifts you want every week. 12-hour shift pattern including days and waking nights

Benefits:

• Excellent Rates of pay, weekly pay, and no payroll charges
• Variety of work in different social care and healthcare settings
• Vetro Mobile Booking App for communicating shift availability
• Support from a specialist consultant
• Free online training and subsidised practical training (TMVA, PMVA, PBM)
• Agency worker of the month prize £50
• Entry into our Golden Ticket draw to win £500 every quarter
• 24-hour registration - register from the comfort of your own home
• Holiday pay - paid weekly or accumulated in a holiday pot
• Vetro contributed pension

The main responsibilities of a support worker include:

• Ensuring physical and emotional needs are met through a supportive and caring environment;
• Supporting residents during recreational activities within the services and out in the community;
• Promoting independence and celebrating achievements and milestones of the residents;
• Keeping accurate records of all activities, progress, and any incidents should they arise;
• General housekeeping duties depending on the service and its requirements;

We are looking for people who care and have:

• A minimum of 6 months experience working within a care setting in the UK;
• A compassionate and caring nature;
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships;
• Resilience and patience when faced with challenges;
• A willingness to learn and follow guidance from the team;
• Flexibility to work on a shift basis, including weekends and occasional night shifts;

How to apply:

Do you want to make a real, measurable difference in the lives of young people? If this sounds like your dream role, we would love to hear from you. If you think you're right for this role, then click the 'apply' button below.