Support Worker

Cambian Group Plc; Blandford Forum; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Transport support to get to work

Job summary

The Forum School in Blandford Forum, Dorset, is seeking a Residential Support Worker to help young people with autism spectrum disorder thrive. You’ll work on a two-week rolling rota with alternate weekends off, empowering independence and daily living skills while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

The role offers a base salary in the £30k–£31k range plus overtime, with progression opportunities and support for professional development.

Qualifications

• Passion for improving young people’s lives.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Calm, patient, and resilient approach.
• Flexibility to work shifts across a rota.

Responsibilities

• Empower young people to build life skills, confidence, and independence.
• Create a safe, nurturing environment where they can flourish.
• Work closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver personalised care.
• Act as a positive role model, supporting education and social activities.
• Help structure daily routines that promote wellbeing and safety.

Skills

Passion for helping youth

Communication skills

Teamwork

Calm, patient demeanor

Flexibility to work rota shifts

Job description

Residential Support Worker

Location: The Forum School, Blandford Forum, Dorset

Salary: £40,814 (unqualified) to £42,296 (qualified)* Salary includes 1 x 12-hour overtime shift per week.

Base salary: £30,073.68 – £31,165.68 (without overtime)

Shift Pattern: Two-week rolling rota with alternate weekends off

Are you passionate about making a real difference in young people’s lives? Make extraordinarydays, every day.

At The Forum School, we’re looking for dedicated, compassionate Residential Support Workers to join our exceptional and growing team. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to support young people with autism spectrum disorder to thrive, grow, and achieve their full potential.

About Us

Set within 28 acres of stunning Dorset countryside, The Forum School is a specialist 38–52 week residential school and home. Our environment is as inspiring as the work we do, featuring:

Theatre
Swimming pool
Sports hall
Climbing wall
Indoor & outdoor horse-riding arenas

…and so much more.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Residential Support Worker, you will:

• Empower young people to build life skills, confidence, and independence
• Create a safe, nurturing environment where they can flourish
• Work closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver personalised care
• Act as a positive role model, supporting education and social activities
• Help structure daily routines that promote wellbeing and safety

Why Join Us?

At The Forumevery day matters – and so do you.

• Career progression: Free Level 3 qualification & ongoing development
• Supportive leadership: Managers who genuinely care about your success
• Wellbeing focus: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Variety & purpose: No two days are the same
• Transport support to get to work

What We’re Looking For:

We’re not just hiring your experience; we’re hiring your values.

You’ll bring:

• A genuine passion for improving young people’s lives
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A calm, patient, and resilient approach
• Flexibility to work shifts across a rota

Safeguarding & Equality

Cambian is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do, and all roles are subject to:

Enhanced DBS check
Reference checks
Online safeguarding searches

CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a Disability Confident Leader.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you want to be part of a highly specialist, passionate team that challenges, supports and inspires young people to move forward, while growing your own career, we’d love to hear from you.