Child Support Worker

Job Title: Child Support Worker
Location: Preston
Salary: 31,000 to 32,000
Hours: 3 days on, 4 days off (40hours total)

About Us:
A Nurturing, child-centred residential home attached to a specialist SEN school, supporting children and young people with Autism Spectrum Condition and associated needs. Our home provides a safe, structured, and supportive environment for pupils aged primary through secondary, helping them to thrive socially, emotionally, and academically.

The Role:
As a Residential Support Worker, you will play a vital role in the daily lives of our children, providing care, emotional support, and encouragement. You'll work closely with education and clinical teams to ensure consistency and a holistic approach to each child's development. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting children with autism in their daily routines

• Promoting independence, social skills, and emotional regulation

• Contributing to care plans and progress reports

• Engaging children in meaningful activities and community outings

• Ensuring a safe, supportive living environment

• Assisting with personal care where necessary

About You:
We're looking for empathetic, patient, and resilient individuals who have a genuine passion for supporting children with special educational needs. The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience working with children or young people, ideally in a SEN or residential care setting

• A good understanding of Autism and the challenges it can bring

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• A flexible approach to shift patterns, including sleep-ins

• A relevant Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards one)

Why Join Us?

• A supportive and experienced team environment

• Ongoing professional development and training

• Opportunities to progress within a growing organisation

• A role that makes a genuine difference every day

To Apply:
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