Child Support Worker | Schools (CSW or RSW)

Ready to Step Out of Shift Work and Into Secondary Education? Are you currently working as a Child Residential Support Worker, Youth Worker, or Care Assistant and looking for better work-life balance without losing the impact you make with young people? A partner secondary school in Blackpool is seeking a dedicated, resilient Pastoral & Behaviour Support Mentor to support Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 students (ages 11-16) with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and challenging behaviours. Your background in residential childcare gives you the exact skill-set these pupils need: de-escalation expertise, patience, strong boundaries, and the ability to build trust with vulnerable teenagers. Why Transition to Secondary Education? No More 12-Hour Shifts or Sleep-Ins: Work fixed school hours (Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM). Weekends & School Holidays Off: 13 weeks of school holidays every year. Consistent Weekly Pay: Transparent daily rates paid weekly via PAYE with accrued holiday pay. Direct Progression: Access to free accredited CPD (Team-Teach / positive handling, trauma-informed practice, DSL training). Supportive Environment: Work alongside an established SENDCo, pastoral heads, and learning support teams. Key Responsibilities Provide 1:1 and small-group mentoring for secondary students struggling with emotional regulation, school disengagement, or SEMH needs. Apply positive behaviour managemen...