Residential Support Worker

Residential Support Worker

31,000 - 32,000 (Full-Time) Part-Time Options Available

Temp-to-Perm Contract Full Time : 40 hrs / week

Immediate starts available Training & career development provided

We're working with a specialist autism and SEN school with an attached residential home in Preston to recruit Residential Support Workers who are passionate, proactive, and ready to make a difference.

This is more than just a care role - you'll be a role model, activity leader, and advocate for young people with autism and complex communication needs.

What You'll Be Doing :

Supporting children and young people (ages 8-19) in both the residential home and on-site school

Providing personal care, emotional support, and life skills coaching

Building strong, positive relationships with young people

Assisting with education, activities, and daily routines

Acting as a key worker where appropriate

Helping non-verbal young people using PECs , visual timetables , or SmartBox technology

Shift Patterns : Full-Time :

Two shifts of 7am-10pm

One additional 10-hour shift (total 40 hours / week)

Fridays : Early finishes if all work is complete!

Part-Time :

10 to 30 hours per week available

Flexible schedules

What They're Looking For :

Personality over experience - a positive, "can-do" attitude is essential

Someone who takes initiative and thinks on their feet (e.g., leading fun, meaningful activities)

Experience in SEMH or autism settings is desirable but not essential

Willingness to provide personal care

Strong, clear spoken English (essential for pupil communication)

Polish speakers encouraged to apply due to current student needs - but not essential

Training & Development :

Full Teaching Assistant training offered for the right candidate

Opportunity to gain Level 3 in Children's Social Care

Regular CPD, safeguarding, and health & safety training provided

Please apply now to be a residential support worker in Preston or contact (url removed) / (phone number removed). All candidates are subject to DBS checks and reference checks.

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