Residential Support Worker

Milk Education; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A child support agency in Knowsley seeks a Residential Support Worker to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people with additional needs. The role requires building meaningful relationships, supporting daily routines, and promoting emotional and social development. Compassionate and resilient candidates are essential for this position. Strong emphasis is placed on collaboration within the team and commitment to safeguarding. The agency offers excellent pay and professional development opportunities. This role is primarily on-site.

Benefits

Fast-registration process

Excellent rates of pay

Educator Wellbeing Guide

School Preparation Pack

FREE CPD courses

24/7 access to personal consultant

Qualifications

• Compassionate and emotionally resilient individuals are preferred.
• Experience supporting young people with ASD or learning disabilities is essential.
• Commitment to safeguarding and ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Build trusting relationships with young people.
• Support daily routines and emotional regulation.
• Work collaboratively within a cohesive team.
• Promote positive behavior through understanding and empathy.
• Participate in activities and community engagement.

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Emotional resilience

Collaboration

Clear communication

Adaptability

Job description

Residential Support Worker

Are you passionate about making a genuine difference in the lives of young people with additional needs? This specialist residential children's home in Knowsley provides a safe, nurturing, and highly personalised environment for up to five young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and/or learning disabilities. We are now seeking dedicated, resilient, and child‑centred individuals to join the team.

About the Home

This is a small, highly specialised setting where every young person is truly seen, understood, and supported. The home places great emphasis on:

• Individualised care tailored to each young person's needs, communication style, and developmental stage
• A robust matching process to ensure the group dynamic remains positive, stable, and supportive
• Ongoing group living assessments to maintain a harmonious environment where all young people can thrive
• A nurturing, structured approach that promotes emotional, social, and intellectual development

The Role

• Build trusting, meaningful relationships with young people
• Support daily routines, emotional regulation, communication, and independence skills
• Work as part of a cohesive, reflective team
• Contribute to a safe, warm, and predictable environment
• Promote positive behaviour through understanding, empathy, and proactive strategies
• Participate in activities, community engagement, and therapeutic approaches

What We're Looking For

• Compassionate, patient, and emotionally resilient
• Passionate about supporting young people with ASD and/or learning disabilities
• Able to work collaboratively and communicate clearly
• Reflective, adaptable, and committed to safeguarding
• Willing to learn and engage in ongoing professional development

Benefits to YOU

• Fast-registration process
• Excellent rates of pay
• Educator Wellbeing Guide
• School Preparation Pack
• FREE PSHE Lesson Plans designed by real teachers
• 2 FREE CPD courses when you register with us
• 24/7 access to your personal consultant

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Why choose Milk Education?

Milk Education is a purpose-driven teaching supply agency, focused on putting educators first. We're committed to finding high-quality teaching talent and supporting schools across the U.K