Child Residential Support Worker - Blackpool Secondary School

Tradewind Recruitment; Blackpool; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading secondary school in Blackpool is seeking a dedicated Child Residential Support Worker to start in September 2025. This role involves supporting young people's well-being through direct care and supervision, fostering positive behavior, and ensuring their safety. Ideal candidates will have a commitment to youth development and possess strong interpersonal skills. The role provides a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on students' lives in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Professional development and training opportunities

Supportive and collaborative team environment

Opportunity to make a tangible impact on young lives

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people, ideally in residential or educational settings.
• Understanding of safeguarding principles and child protection procedures.
• Commitment to the welfare and development of young people.

Responsibilities

• Providing care, support, and supervision to students in residential settings or extended hours.
• Assisting with daily routines and personal care where required.
• Building relationships with students and promoting social skills.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Interpersonal Skills

Resilience

Education

Level 2/3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Are you a compassionate and dedicated individual passionate about supporting young people's well-being and development? Our inclusive secondary school in Blackpool is seeking a highly motivated Child Residential Support Worker to join our team, starting in September 2025.

This is a unique opportunity to work within a school setting that may have a residential provision or provide extended support for students, enabling you to make a profound difference to their lives beyond the classroom. You will play a vital role in creating a safe, nurturing, and supportive home-like environment, promoting positive outcomes for our students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing direct care, support, and supervision to students within the residential setting (if applicable) or extended school hours.
• Assisting with students' daily routines, personal care (where required), and social development.
• Promoting positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and social skills development.
• Building strong, trusting relationships with students, understanding their individual needs, including those with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs or Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Encouraging engagement in activities, homework, and community participation.
• Maintaining clear and accurate records and contributing to care plans.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, pastoral staff, parents/carers, and external agencies to ensure holistic support for each child.
• Ensuring the safety, welfare, and safeguarding of all students in line with school policies and statutory requirements.

We are looking for a Child Residential Support Worker who:

• Has a genuine commitment to the welfare and development of young people.
• Possesses excellent communication, listening, and interpersonal skills.
• Is patient, empathetic, resilient, and able to remain calm in challenging situations.
• Can work effectively as part of a team and demonstrate initiative.
• Has experience working with children or young people, ideally in a residential, care, or educational setting (this can be paid or voluntary experience).
• A relevant qualification in Health & Social Care, Childcare, or Youth Work (e.g., Level 2/3 Diploma in Residential Childcare) is desirable but not essential; we value demonstrable experience and the right attitude above all else.
• Understanding of safeguarding principles and child protection procedures is crucial.

Why join our Blackpool Secondary School?

• Be part of a supportive and collaborative team dedicated to student success.
• The opportunity to make a tangible and lasting impact on young lives.
• A stimulating work environment within a reputable Blackpool school.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.

Start Date: This permanent position is available from September 2025.

To Apply: Please submit your CV and a compelling cover letter outlining your experience in supporting young people and why you are interested in this Child Residential Support Worker role to (url removed)