Residential Support Worker

Residential Support Worker 

A specialist education and care provider in Longridge, Preston is seeking dedicated and resilient Residential SEN Support Workers to join their team on a temp-to-perm basis through a leading education recruitment agency. This is a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people with additional needs, including social, emotional, and mental health challenges, in a structured and therapeutic setting.

The Role

As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in helping young people develop independence, emotional regulation, and life skills. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to provide consistent, high-quality care and support both in and out of the classroom setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting young people with daily routines and structured activities

• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing

• Building trusting relationships with students

• Assisting with educational engagement and life skills development

• Maintaining accurate records and reports

• Working collaboratively with staff to ensure a safe and supportive environment

Requirements

• Experience working with children or young people (education, care, youth work, or similar)

• A calm, patient, and resilient approach

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Ability to adapt to challenging situations

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare

What We Offer

• Competitive daily rates, paid weekly

• Opportunity to secure a permanent position

• Ongoing training and professional development

• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

This role is ideal for individuals with backgrounds in education, residential care, youth work, or support work who are looking to progress into a long-term career within specialist settings.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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