Support Worker
Location: Shrewsbury
Salary: £30,273 to £34,275 ( Inclusive of sleep in's )
Shifts : Long day shifts and sleep in's required
Join our client in making a real difference to children’s lives.
Are you energetic, hands-on, and passionate about supporting young people? We are seeking enthusiastic and caring Support Workers to join a dedicated team in a supportive children’s home. Your energy and commitment will help children build confidence, enjoy new experiences, and create positive memories through everyday activities and adventures.
What you will do:
- Work as part of a caring, professional team within a safe, nurturing environment.
- Act as a positive role model, offering encouragement and praise to children.
- Facilitate fun activities such as swimming, skating, and go-karting to promote social and emotional development.
- Provide emotional and practical support in challenging situations.
- Build trusting relationships and support children’s independence and personal growth.
What we’re looking for:
Essential:
- A caring, resilient, and flexible approach.
- Positive attitude and excellent communication skills.
- Care experience or transferable skills.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Flexibility to work shifts, including sleep-ins.
Desirable:
- Relevant qualifications such as NVQ Level 3/5 or equivalent.
What we offer:
- A real living wage as a minimum.
- Full induction and fully funded training.
- Enhanced pay based on qualifications and experience.
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
- Free meals while on duty.
- Employee benefits and wellbeing support.
- NEST pension scheme and life assurance.
- Paid DBS check.
- 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays).
- A £500 refer-a-friend bonus (split with your friend).
We are committed to the safety and well-being of the children in our care. All staff are required to undertake DBS checks and comply with safeguarding policies and procedures.
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.
Pay: £30,273.00-£34,275.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Work Location: In person
