Care Assistant

Supply Desk; Andover; On-site; GBP 18,450 - 22,140; Full time

Job summary

Supply Desk is seeking compassionate Care Workers to join a specialist residential school in the Andover area. The role is long-term with potential to become permanent, starting September 2026, and involves supporting students with a range of needs in a structured, therapeutic environment.

You will collaborate with teachers, residential staff and therapists to provide daily, student-centred care, helping pupils access learning and life skills while fostering safety and emotional well-being.

Qualifications

• Patience and empathy to work with children and young people with additional needs.
• Experience in education or care settings is desirable.
• First Aid training is beneficial and essential in rural settings.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with additional needs in daily routines and learning.
• Encourage independence, self-esteem and social interaction.
• Build calm, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Support emotional regulation using approved strategies.
• Collaborate with teaching, residential and therapy teams throughout the day.
• Help pupils access learning, enrichment, and life-skills programmes.
• Ensure students feel safe, supported and valued at all times.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Resilience

Experience with additional needs

First Aid trained

Driving licence

Education

GCSE Maths & English (A-C)

Job description

Job Details

• Start Date: September 2026
• Contract: Long-term, with strong potential to become permanent
• Location: Andover area
• Pay: £100-£120 per day
• Hours:
  • Monday-Thursday: 08:30-16:30
  • Friday: 08:30-16:00

About the Role

We are seeking compassionate, dedicated Care Workers to join a specialist residential school in the Andover area that supports children and young people with additional needs. This long-term role begins in September 2026, with the genuine opportunity to become a permanent member of the team for the right person.

The school supports students with a range of complex needs including autism, communication differences, ADHD, social/emotional needs and mild-to-moderate learning difficulties. Many pupils follow personalised programmes designed to help them develop independence, emotional regulation, communication, and essential life skills.

This role is non-personal care and focuses on providing consistent daily support, helping young people feel safe, understood, and empowered. You will work within a therapeutic, structured environment that enables students to thrive socially, academically, and emotionally.

You'll collaborate closely with teachers, residential/key workers, therapists, and senior staff to deliver high‑quality, student‑centred care throughout the school day.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting young people with additional needs in daily routines and structured learning sessions
• Encouraging independence, self‑esteem and positive social interaction
• Building calm, trusting and encouraging relationships with pupils
• Supporting emotional regulation using therapeutic and school‑approved strategies
• Working collaboratively with teaching, residential and therapy teamsProviding consistent guidance during challenging or emotionally complex situations
• Helping pupils access learning, enrichment activities, and life skills development programmes
• Ensuring students feel safe, supported and valued at all times

About the School

This specialist school provides education and residential care for young people with a wide range of additional needs. The school provides:

• Support students who may have autism, ADHD, communication needs, social/emotional needs, and mild‑to‑moderate learning difficulties
• Provide a therapeutic and structured environment that promotes emotional stability and confidence
• Offer personalised learning pathways that build independence, life skills, and academic progress
• Focus on helping students develop communication, resilience, and self‑advocacy
• Provide a nurturing setting with on‑site therapy and multidisciplinary support
• Encourage creativity, confidence and preparation for adulthood through tailored programmes

Individual Profile

• A patient, nurturing and empathetic approach
• GCSE Maths & English (A-C) desirable
• Experience working with additional needs (desirable but not essential)
• Resilient, adaptable and positive in challenging situations
• Confident supporting young people with emotional or behavioural needs
• First Aid trained or willing to train
• Access to your own car and a clean driving licence is essential due to the rural location

Why Work With Us?

• A supportive agency that listens to your needs
• Variety of opportunities to match your skills and career goals
• Your own dedicated consultant
• Regular CPD and training opportunities
• Refer a Friend bonus