Children’s Activity Support Worker

Job Title

Children’s Activity-Based Support Worker

Location

Maer, Staffordshire, United Kingdom

Salary

£34,290 to £37,500 (Inclusive of sleep‑ins)

Description

Are you looking for a Children’s Activity-Based Support Worker role where you can make a real difference through care and adventure? In this position in Maer, you’ll work in a specialist residential setting, living on-site during your working days (accommodation and meals provided). You’ll support young people aged 8-18 to move away from challenging situations and build positive routines, confidence, and independence—through both structured support and outdoor activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide nurturing, consistent support, helping young people feel emotionally secure.
• Deliver daily care and structured routines that promote well‑being and independence.
• Lead and support outdoor and adventurous activities such as rock climbing, mountain biking, kayaking, and hiking to build confidence and life skills.
• Support personal and social development by acting as a positive role model.
• Work collaboratively with a supportive team to maintain a safe, caring, and stimulating environment.
• Follow the rota, including required sleep‑ins.

Requirements

• Full UK Driving Licence (essential).
• Must be over 21.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Ability to work 39 hours per week, following the shift pattern: 4 consecutive days on, 7 days off, then 3 consecutive days on, followed by 7 days off (including sleep‑ins).
• Experience or confidence in supporting children and young people in a residential setting (care and activity‑based support).
• Strong teamwork skills and a commitment to creating positive outcomes for young people.

Equal Opportunities

Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.

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