Residential Support Worker. Job in Lancaster Education & Training Jobs

Veritas Education Recruitment; Lancaster; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment company is seeking a Residential Support Worker to provide care for children and young people with complex needs. The role involves creating a supportive environment and working closely with a dedicated team. Candidates should possess excellent communication and organizational skills, along with relevant experience in special educational needs. The position offers a permanent contract with comprehensive benefits and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Fully funded Level 3-5 diplomas

Management development programs

On-shift meals

Employer pension scheme

Generous 6.6 weeks annual leave

Free parking

High street discount scheme

Overtime and sleep-in opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience with Autism, challenging behaviour, personal care, and life skills.
• Enhanced DBS and reference checks required.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming home environment for children with complex needs.
• Work on a rota including early and late shifts with Sleep Ins.

Skills

Communication

Organizational

Flexibility

Resilience

Positive attitude

Behaviour management

Team player

Personal care

Education

Level 3-5 diplomas

Job description

Residential Support Worker

Location:

BENTHAM/KIRBY LONGSDALE/LANCASTER/MORECAMBE

Pay:

£13.68 - £14.50 per hour

Working hours per week:

37.5 hours

Role type:

PERMANENT

Shifts:

Days and Nights

Requirements:

• Full UK driving license

About the role:

We are seeking staff with diverse experience to create a welcoming home environment for children and young people aged 8 to 18 with complex needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder. The school provides Education, Care, and Clinical support on a full-time residential basis.

Work schedule:

Full-time staff work 40 hours weekly on a rota, including early and late shifts with Sleep Ins.

Candidate requirements:

• Excellent communication skills
• Organizational skills
• Up-to-date DBS for Child and Adult
• Team player
• Flexibility and resilience
• Positive attitude
• SEN experience (Autism, challenging behaviour, life skills, personal care)
• Behaviour management skills
• Experience in one-to-one and small group work
• Professional manner
• Enthusiasm and friendliness
• Personal care skills

Benefits:

• Supportive leadership from experienced management
• Fully funded Level 3-5 diplomas
• Management development programs
• On-shift meals
• Employer pension scheme
• Generous 6.6 weeks annual leave
• Free parking
• High street discount scheme
• Overtime and sleep-in opportunities
• RAF Scheme

Essential:

• Full UK Driving Licence

Application process:

Interested? Click 'apply now' to submit your CV, or contact us at (phone number removed) or email (url removed).

Application requirements:

• Enhanced DBS, reference checks, and overseas police clearances as per safeguarding policy
• CV covering last 10 years of employment, explaining gaps
• Legal right to work in the UK
• Willingness to attend registration interview

Note:

Veritas Education is committed to equal opportunities. Applications from all community sections are welcome and will be considered based on merit and suitability.