Residential Support Workers

Senad Group; Caldwell; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A special educational institution located in England is seeking caring individuals to support young people with severe learning disabilities and autism. As a support worker, you will facilitate activities, ensure safety, and engage with students to help them achieve their personal goals. Candidates must have a Level 3 diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent and demonstrate a reliable and caring nature. This role offers significant training opportunities and a chance to make a real impact in the lives of our students.

Benefits

£1500 welcome bonus for qualified staff

Paid training and induction

Employee Assistance Programme

Free meals and drinks while on shift

Company sick pay after a qualifying period

Pension

Qualifications

• Candidates should have knowledge of the role and an understanding of its rewards and challenges.
• Experience with young people with severe learning disabilities and autism is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to young people at Pegasus School.
• Assist in achieving personal goals and ensuring safety during activities.
• Engage in day trips and teach independent living skills.

Skills

Reliable, calm and caring

Experience working with complex needs and challenging behaviours

Willingness to complete mandatory training

Driving licence

Education

Level 3 diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)

Job description

• £1500 welcome bonus for qualified staff (Terms and Conditions apply)
• Paid training and induction including cost of DBS
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free meals and drinks while on shift
• Company sick pay after a qualifying period
• Pension

Are you ready to begin an exciting new a career where you can make a big difference to young people’s lives?

About us

Pegasus School is a small independent special school. Currently we have twelve residential students and twenty one day students aged 8 to 19 years with severe learning disabilities, autism and associated challenging behaviour. Many of our students also have mental health and therapy needs.

Located within easy reach of Swadlincote, Derbyshire and a short distance from Burton on Trent.

Children placed at the school have a range and complexity of needs including:

• Autism
• Moderate to severe learning difficulties
• Speech, language and communication difficulties

The Role

You will provide support to the young people at Pegasus School, working with them to achieve their personal goals and enjoy positive experiences in and outside of the classroom.

This is a job like no other, you will get to know the young people you are supporting well, taking them on day trips, playing games, teaching independent living skills and ensuring their safety.

You will experience challenging situations, but you will be given exceptional training and have an experienced team to assist and support you.

Get in touch today and start your new career, we look forward to introducing you to our colleagues and our inspirational young people.

• Reliable, calm and caring
• Willingness to complete mandatory training, including the Level 3 if not held
• Knowledge of the role and an understanding of its rewards and challenges
• Driving licence
• Level 3 diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• Experience working with complex needs and challenging behaviours

For further information contact our Recruitment Team on 01885 488096 Ext: 12103

Pegasus School and The SENAD Group is committed to safeguarding those in our care – the successful candidate will be required to apply for an enhanced DBS check and will be subject to thorough background checks that include online searches.

The SENAD Group is dedicated to equality of opportunity in all areas of work, education and care.

Pegasus School, Caldwell Hall, Main Street, Caldwell, Derbyshire DE12 6RS