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Job Title: Children Support Worker
Location: Merthyr Tydfil
Salary: £14.24 - £20+ per hour Employment Type: Temporary

Job Description
ESP Care are currently recruiting a proactive and creative Children’s Support Worker to join a welcoming and supportive residential care setting in Rhondda Cynon Taf.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people, providing consistent, compassionate support to help them feel safe, valued and understood. Working as part of a dedicated team, you will play an important role in promoting emotional wellbeing, building positive relationships and creating a stable, nurturing environment that encourages personal development and positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities
As a Children Support Worker based in Rhondda Cynon Taf, your daily duties will include:

1.      Supporting children's physical, emotional, social and educational development.

2.      Providing nurturing, child-centred care.

3.      Promoting children's independence, confidence and life skills.

4.      Safeguarding and protecting children from harm.

5.      Recognising and reporting concerns about abuse, neglect or poor practice.

6.      Promoting children's rights, dignity, equality and inclusion.

7.      Supporting children with Additional Learning Needs (ALN).

8.      Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional regulation.

9.      Building trusting and professional relationships.

10.   Taking initiative and working proactively without waiting to be prompted.

11.   Maintaining professional boundaries and confidentiality.

12.   Identifying risks and maintaining a safe environment.

13.   Working in partnership with parents, carers and other professionals.

14.   Maintaining accurate records and reporting incidents.

15.   Following policies, procedures and relevant legislation.

16.   Reflecting on practice, accepting feedback and undertaking professional development.

Requirements and Qualifications
The requirements to register with this position, a candidate must have:

·        Full UK driving licence

·        Full DBS (or be willing to obtain one)

·        Registered with Social Care Wales (or be willing to do so)

·        MUST - Complete face to face Manual Handling, Basic Life Support, PMVA/TMVA and complete online training at your own cost

Benefits & Work Environment

·        Competitive and varied rates of pay, with different hourly rates for weekday, weekend, night shifts and sleep-ins offering enhanced earnings depending on your shift pattern.

·        ESP Care offers flexible rota arrangements where possible, with the support of a structured and welcoming team environment.

·        Recommend a Friend Reward Scheme – Earn a referral reward when you recommend someone to register with ESP. If your referral successfully meets our registration requirements, you could receive a financial reward, depending on their experience and suitability for available roles. (terms and conditions apply)

Are you an experienced Children’s Support Worker looking for your next opportunity in Rhondda Cynon Taf? Join ESP Care (Education Supply Pool) and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people. Apply today!

Call us on: 01633 928 000
Email: Mike@educationsupplypool.com