Residential Support Worker

Please note : £36,153.00 would be inclusive of Sleep in Shifts at £50 per night with average of 9 per month & approx. 30 hours overtime per monthLocation Bridgend/Neath Port TalbotFull time and part time opportunities availableWe have opportunities for Residential Support Workers to join our dynamic teams within our semi-rural childrens homes in the Bridgend & Banwen areas, supporting Young People with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties.We provide a homely environment where Young People feel safe, supported, and nurtured.If you have a passion for working with Young People who have not had the easiest start in life, are motivated and passionate enough to want to make a difference, then please get in touch with us.Requirements to be a Residential Support Worker:EssentialFull UK manual drivers licenceMinimum age 22Passion to make a differenceStrong communication skills and a team playerAbility to remain calm and patient under pressureBasic IT skillsFlexibility for shift work, including weekends & sleep insAble to act as a positive role modelDesirableExperience of working with childrenRegistered with Social Care Wales or must register within initial 6 months in residential careExperience of working within the care sectorWelsh SpeakerWhat we Offer:Competitive pay with structured progression28 days annual leave per year, plus an additional 1 days per year, up to a maximum of 5 daysBirthday day offFully supported Induction throughout probation periodRefer a Friend bonus schemeFully funded milage allowance if working outside your allocated home.Company Pension SchemeFully funded Health & Social Care Qualifications (Level 3-5)Fully funded ongoing CPD training program.Earn double pay rate for sleep ins on selected bank holidaysIncentive bonus vouchersWhy apply with Stepping Stones CareWorking within our organisation, will provide you opportunity for a rewarding career working with children and young people.You have an opportunity to make a real difference to childrens lives whilst building yourself a solid foundation to a career in Health & Social Care SectorStepping Stones Care is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.All successful appointed candidates are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and referencingTPBN1_UKTJ