Care and Support Specialist for Children

1 week ago


Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Vetro Recruitment Full time

Unlocking Potential through Support

We are seeking a compassionate Support Worker for Children's Residential Care to join our team in Cardiff. As a key member of our support team, you will work closely with the children and young people to provide high-quality care and support.

Salary: £13.38 - £26.76 per hour inclusive of holiday pay

Job Description:

In this rewarding role, you will promote the independence and wellbeing of the children and young people in our care. This will include attending activities with them, ensuring their safety at all times, and providing emotional and practical support.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • A strong desire to create positive outcomes for vulnerable children and young people
  • Caring and empathetic nature
  • At least 6 months experience of working with children or within a similar Social Care setting
  • Valid UK Driving Licence
  • Hold a current Enhanced DBS on the update service or are willing to obtain one
  • The right to work in the UK

Benefits:

  • Excellent rates of pay, weekly pay, and no payroll charges
  • Free food while on shift
  • 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


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