Residential Support Worker

Residential Support Worker
-28,000 - -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 from across Blackburn and surrounding areas.

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 Blackburn!

All candidates are subject to DBS checks and reference checks.

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