Job Description:

Children’s Residential Support Worker – Bridgwater

Are you passionate about making a difference in young people's lives? We are seeking dedicated Children’s Residential Support Workers to join a family-run residential service in Bridgwater. This role offers an exciting opportunity to support children and young people with complex needs, including attachment issues, trauma, special educational needs, ASD, and ADHD, in a therapeutically supportive environment.

Based in Bridgwater, this role is ideal for individuals committed to fostering stability, trust, and emotional well-being in young residents. The service provides a safe and nurturing home where positive relationships and consistency help young people address their past experiences and develop resilience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support children and young people to participate in activities and develop independence.
• Maintain a safe, homely environment aligned with individual care plans.
• Handle challenging behaviours safely and sympathetically.
• Promote the emotional and physical well-being of young residents.
• Build strong working relationships with social workers, psychologists, and families.
• Ensure safeguarding policies are followed at all times.

Requirements:

• Full UK driving licence is essential, with the ability to transport young people when required.
• Experience working in residential care or with children and young people (preferred but not essential).
• Willingness to undertake relevant qualifications, including NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People, which is fully funded.
• Compassionate, patient, and committed to making a positive impact.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary of £29,000 - £32,000 (sleep allowance included) with overtime opportunities.
• Ongoing training, CPD planning, and career development.
• Fully funded children and young people qualifications.
• Support from a multidisciplinary team, including onsite therapy.
• Benefits such as bonuses, vouchers, pension, holiday entitlement, and discounts.
• A supportive environment where your efforts truly matter.

Working Pattern:

• Full-time, varied shift pattern including weekends and sleeps.

If you are eager to return to working with children or seeking a meaningful career change in residential care, this role in Bridgwater could be your perfect next step.

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.