Job Description

Children & Young People Support Worker - Residential Care

Location:

Pontrhydyfen

Salary:

26,593.56 - 29,126.28 per year (depending on qualifications)

Sleep-In Pay:

52 per sleep-in shift (up to approx. 3,120 extra per year)

Hours:

Full-time - 173 hours per month (inc. 2 weekends)

Job Type:

Permanent | In-person

Make a Real Difference Every Day

Join Athena Care Group to support children and young people who have experienced trauma. Help them grow, heal and thrive and build a meaningful career in the process.

What You'll Do

Support children with routines, emotions, and life skills Build strong, therapeutic relationships Maintain a safe, nurturing home environment Handle challenges with calmness and care Work long shifts with sleep-ins (14.5 hrs + overnight), followed by days off

Example Shift Pattern:

Shift 1: 7:30am-10:30pm Sleep-in Shift 2: 7:30am-10:30pm Days off in between Shift 3: 7.30am - 10.30pm Sleep-in
What We're Looking For

Must-Haves:

Age 21+ (due to care regs)
UK Manual Driving Licence
Resilience, patience, and passion for helping others
Flexibility to work long shifts and sleep-ins

Nice-to-Have:

Experience in care, youth work, or mental health
QCF Level 3 Children & Young People (or willing to complete - fully funded)
Trauma-informed care understanding

Why Athena Care Group?

Competitive pay + sleep-in bonuses Private healthcare Career development & qualifications Predictable rotas, 6+ weeks in advance Supportive, values-led team

Other Benefits:

Birthday off paid
Casual dress
Pension
On-site parking Referral bonus

Safer Recruitment

Employment is subject to:

Enhanced DBS (we cover the cost if needed) Satisfactory references Right to work in the UK
Apply Now

Send your CV today and join a team that changes lives

Application Questions

Are you available for regular sleep-ins? Do you have a full UK manual driving licence? Do you have a DBS registered on the update service? Are you available 2 weekends per month?
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 26,593.56-29,126.28 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme
Benefits:

Additional leave Casual dress Company pension On-site parking Private medical insurance Referral programme
Schedule:

Day shift Overtime
Application question(s):

Do you have a current DBS certificate on the update service? Can you commit to Sleep in Shifts and two weekends per month
Experience:

Residential Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

QCF Level 3 Health & Social Care, Children & Young People (preferred) full UK drivers license (DVLA) with less than 6 points (required)
Work Location: In person