Education Support Worker

TN United Kingdom; Ferndown; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Residential Support Worker in Ferndown to support young adults with autism and mental health needs. This role involves assisting in both educational and residential settings, providing life skills training, and facilitating their transition into adulthood. Full training is provided, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to start a career in health and social care.

Benefits

Life Insurance

Pension

Employee Assistance

Health Plan

Opportunity to complete Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Variety of appreciation perks

Qualifications

• No experience necessary; full training provided.
• Car driver recommended due to rural location.

Responsibilities

• Support young adults with autism and mental health needs.
• Assist in classroom and residential home activities.
• Mentor during evening activities and hobbies.

Job description

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Residential Support Worker

Looking to work within commuting distance from the Ferndown area of Dorset. No experience necessary as full training is provided. Due to the rural location, it is recommended that you are a car driver.

Location

This job vacancy is approximately a 23-minute commute from Ferndown via the B3078. You would be working 12-hour shifts once there.

Benefits

• No personal care required.
• No experience needed; excellent training provided.
• £11.72 - £12.78 per hour, with increased rates DOE.
• 12-hour shifts, from 8:00 to 20:00, 36 hours per week.
• Working on Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday.
• Benefits include Life Insurance, Pension, Employee Assistance, and Health Plan.
• Opportunity to complete your Level 3 in Health & Social Care.
• A variety of appreciation perks!

Employer & Role

You will be supporting young adults within a Special Education Needs Residential College. The young people you support have autism and mental health needs. Your role involves assisting them both in the classroom and in their residential home, teaching valuable life skills, and making a positive difference in their lives. You will help prepare them for adult life and facilitate their transition into further education, training, or employment. Additionally, you will mentor and support them during evening activities, sports, or hobbies, both on and off-site.