16 children 39 s residential support worker jobs found

Contract: Long-term Start Date: ASAP or after October half-term We're currently recruiting a Care Assistant to support children and young people with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) in a specialist SEN setting based in Eastbourne. The students have complex needs, including tracheostomy care, PEG feeding, use of walkers, and other physical and medical support requirements. This is a long-term, full-time role and you'll be part of a supportive, experienced team working to provide consistent, compassionate care in a school environment. Ideal for people with experience in: Personal care (children or adults) Residential or community care NHS, HCA, or support worker roles Complex needs or disability careAbout the Role: Providing one-to-one and group support for pupils aged 3-16 with complex physical and medical needs Assisting with personal care, moving & handling, and medical routines (training provided if needed) Supporting communication, sensory input, and...

Hours: Monday to Friday (Full-time, Term Time Only) Contract: Long-term Start Date: ASAP We're working with a highly specialised SEN setting in Eastbourne that supports pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD). The school is currently seeking a Support Worker to join their dedicated team full-time, providing hands-on support to students with a wide range of medical and physical needs - including tracheostomy care, PEG feeding, and the use of mobility aids. This is a long-term opportunity, ideal for a Support Worker who is passionate about making a difference in a nurturing, structured environment. This Support Worker role would suit someone with experience in: Adult or child care settings Personal care or complex physical needs Residential care, supported living, or NHS environments Working with non-verbal individuals or those with sensory needs As a Support Worker, you will: Provide day-to-day support to pupils aged 3-16 in a specialist education...

Location: Blackpool, Lancashire (Local Secondary Schools) Salary: £102.83 - £121.83 per day (Paid to Scale) Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term (Temp-to-Perm) Start Date: September 2026 (Early starts available June/July 2026) Are you currently working in Children's Residential Care and looking to move into a school-based role? Do you want to swap long shifts and sleep-ins for school hours, while still making a massive impact on the lives of vulnerable young people? We are seeking Residential Support Workers to transition into Pastoral Cover roles within Blackpool secondary schools. Your unique experience in managing complex behaviours and high-level safeguarding is exactly what our schools need. Why Your Residential Skills are Perfect for Schools The transition from a residential home to a school environment is one of the most successful career moves in education. Your transferable skills include: De-escalation Expertise: You are already a specialist in managing challenging...

Teaching Assistant for Trauma Impacted Looked After Children Are you passionate and driven to improve the lives and prospects of children who have experienced trauma and adverse childhood experiences (ACE)? Do you have experience of supporting pupils with Social Emotional Mental Health needs? Are you confident in working with Looked After Children (LAC) and those in the care system? Have you ever working in a residential support worker role? The Job… Working in a school for Looked After Children who have experienced childhood trauma or ACE, your role will be classroom support. Helping the children to thrive in an educational setting, you will support them with a therapeutic approach to behaviour management, and teaching and learning. The school supports children from Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2, Key Stage 3, and Key Stage 4, and offers a full curriculum. Helping the children in a pastoral manner will be key- your role will be to help them to engage with their education, whilst...

Teaching Assistant - Widnes Start Immediately for the Summer Term - Opportunity to Go Permanent in September Location: Widnes Hourly Rate: From £14 per hour Start Date: Immediate start Position: Full-time & Part-time options available Inspire, Support, and Make a Lasting Impact Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children? Aspire People are excited to partner with a friendly and inclusive primary school in Widnes, seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their team. This role is perfect for someone eager to support children's academic, social, and emotional development. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing, inclusive environment where every child can thrive. As a Teaching Assistant, you'll play a key role in helping students build confidence, independence, and a love for learning in a welcoming, structured setting. Key Responsibilities Provide 1:1 or small group support to primary-aged children, adapting approaches to meet...

Teaching Assistant - St Helens, WA9 Immediate Start - Summer Term | Full-Time & Part-Time Roles Available Pay: From £14 per hour Start Date: ASAP / Summer Term 2026 Position: Full-time & Part-time options Support Children in KS1 SEND and Make a Real Impact Are you passionate about helping young children reach their full potential? Aspire People are excited to partner with a welcoming primary school in St Helens with an inclusive KS1 SEND base. We are looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a supportive team. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys helping children grow in confidence, independence, and academic skills. The school provides a nurturing, structured environment where children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) can thrive. You'll play a vital role in supporting pupils both academically and socially, making a lasting difference in their learning journey. Key Responsibilities Provide 1:1 or small group support to KS1...

Unqualified Teaching Assistant - Preston Location: Preston Job Type: Full-time / Part-time opportunities available Salary: Competitive daily rate Start Date: ASAP / Ongoing opportunities Are you looking to start a career in education? Spencer Clarke Group are working with a number of schools across Preston who are looking for Unqualified Teaching Assistants to support pupils in the classroom. This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping children and young people, but may not yet have formal school-based experience. You do not need to hold a Teaching Assistant qualification. Schools are often keen to meet people with the right attitude, reliability and willingness to learn. The role As an Unqualified Teaching Assistant, you may be supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis, in small groups or alongside the class teacher. Your role will be to help pupils engage with learning, stay focused and feel supported throughout the school day. You may be supporting...

Learning Support Assistant - Cranleigh (GU6) Surrey- 5 days a week SENCare Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Learning Support Assistant to work for a specialist school which is based in Dorking, Surrey to start ASAP. Job Description As a Learning Support Assistant, your role is to create a supportive, inclusive learning environment where pupils thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Working with teachers and the therapy team, you’ll provide tailored support for a specific tutor group during lessons and transitions between classes. Key Responsibilities * Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils and encourage their engagement and confidence in learning. * Understand each pupil's ‘Pupil Passport’ and collaborate with teachers to implement strategies aligned with EHCPs. * Support classroom learning by assisting teachers and proactively engaging with pupils to keep them focused and challenged. * Provide feedback to the...

Psychology Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant - Secondary Mainstream & SEN Schools Location: Rochdale & surrounding areas Start Date: Immediate (Summer Term) Contract: Full-time, short-term and long-term opportunities available About the Role Aspire People are looking to recruit a bank of enthusiastic Psychology Graduates to work as SEN Teaching Assistants across a range of secondary settings in Rochdale. Opportunities are available in mainstream schools, SEN schools, Alternative Provision (AP), and Pupil Referral Units (PRUs). This is an excellent opportunity for graduates who are passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and are looking to gain hands-on experience in education, psychology, or mental health settings. Key Responsibilities * Support students with Special Educational Needs, including Autism and ADHD * Work 1:1 or with small groups to support learning and emotional development * Assist teachers in delivering inclusive and engaging...

Unqualified Teaching Assistant - SEND Support - Southport Primary Schools Location: Southport Start Date: ASAP Contract Type: Temporary (Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available) Pay: £109 per day Spencer Clarke Group are recruiting Unqualified Teaching Assistants in Southport to support pupils with additional needs within mainstream primary schools across Southport and surrounding areas. These SEND Teaching Assistant roles in Southport primary schools involve working with children who require consistent, structured and reliable support due to SEND, physical needs, medical needs and behavioural challenges. We are therefore seeking individuals who not only have relevant experience supporting children or young people with additional needs, but who can also demonstrate strong reliability, punctuality and commitment, as consistency is essential to pupil progress and wellbeing. Suitable backgrounds may include care settings, children's residential services, youth work,...

School-Based Care Assistant (PMLD and Complex Needs) - Oldham A large SEN school in Oldham is seeking caring and dependable School‑Based Care Assistants to support pupils across both primary and secondary age groups. Pupils present with a range of complex physical, medical and learning needs, including PMLD, and require consistent, personalised care throughout the school day. This role is ideal for individuals with a strong care background who are looking to apply their skills within an educational setting. As a School‑Based Care Assistant, you will support pupils' care, comfort and wellbeing, enabling them to access learning as fully as possible. Many pupils require high levels of adult support, including assistance with personal care, mobility, feeding and medical needs. You will work closely with teachers, therapists and healthcare professionals to follow individual care plans and ensure pupils are supported with dignity, patience and consistency. Key Responsibilities -...

Just Finished Uni? Start Making a Difference This Summer (and Beyond!) Graduated or finished this year and wondering what's next? Whether you're looking for full-time, part-time, or flexible ad hoc work, this is a chance to gain meaningful experience while earning - and even continue into September alongside further studies. We're recruiting Graduate SEND Teaching Assistants to support children with severe, profound, and complex learning needs, including complex autism, in specialist school settings. Why This Role? Perfect for graduates in: -Education -Psychology -Criminology -PE & Sports Science -Or anyone looking to build experience working with children Whether you're considering a career in teaching, therapy, social work, or mental health - this role gives you hands-on, impactful experience. What You'll Be Doing -Providing 1:1 and small group support -Helping pupils engage in learning and daily routines -Supporting personal care (toileting, changing) -Assisting with...

Cover Supervisor - Transition from Child Residential Care Location: Blackpool, Lancashire Salary: £102.83 per day (PAYE) Pay Scale: Strictly inline with NJC Scale Contract: Full-Time, Temporary to Permanent Trade the Shift Work for the Classroom Are you currently working in Child Residential Care in Blackpool but looking for a better work-life balance? Your skills in de-escalation, rapport building, and behaviour management are exactly what local schools need. We are looking for resilient, patient, and authoritative individuals to transition into Cover Supervisor roles. You will take the lead in the classroom, ensuring students remain engaged and on-task while their regular teacher is away. Why Your Residential Experience Matters You've seen it all, and that's your biggest strength. In a school setting, your ability to remain calm under pressure is invaluable. Master of De-escalation: You know how to spot a "trigger" before a situation escalates. Relationship Driven: You...

Location: Blackpool, Lancashire Salary: £102.83 - £122.00 per day (PAYE) Contract: Full-Time, Temporary to Permanent Start Date: ASAP Make an Impact Where it Matters Most Are you looking for a role that goes beyond standard classroom support? We are seeking a dedicated and resilient Teaching Assistant to join a leading Alternative Provision (AP) in Blackpool. This setting provides a vital "fresh start" for young people who have faced barriers in mainstream education. This is not just a job; it's an opportunity to be a consistent, positive influence in the lives of students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The Role In an AP environment, no two days are the same. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to re-engage students through a mix of academic and vocational learning. Personalised Support: Work 1:1 or in small groups to help students access a bespoke curriculum. Behavior Mentoring: Use trauma-informed practices and de-escalation...

Job Title: Sports Instructor and Cover Supervisor Location: Northampton Start Date: ASAP Contract Type: Full-Time Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Here at Aspire People, we are exclusively looking for a Sports Instructor and Cover Supervisor to join our wonderful partner school located in Northampton. We are seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic Sports Instructor to join a dedicated team from September 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about physical education and student wellbeing to play a key role in delivering an engaging sports programme that supports the physical and emotional development of young people. You will also be tasked, on occasion, with covering lessons in other subjects should the usual teacher be absent About the School: This incredible School is a specialist day and residential school located in the heart of Northamptonshire. The school provides a nurturing and supportive environment for students aged 8-18 with social,...

Teaching Assistant SEMH - Suffolk - Full-time - 5 days a week SENCare Recruitment are currently recruiting for an Teaching Assistant SEMH to work in a Specialist school based in Suffolk. About us: SENCare Recruitment is a niche recruitment agency that provides Special Educational Needs (SEN) professionals for SEN schools, mainstream schools, residential care homes and 1-1 home support through local authorities, across the UK. We offer short/long term placements on a temporary and permanent basis for specialist SEN teachers, teaching assistants, support workers, social workers, VI/HI practitioners and mid-day meal supervisors Job title: Teaching Assistant SEMH Start: ASAP Hours: 8:30am-4:00pm - Mon Fri The school caters for children aged 7 - 18 years old whose social, emotional or mental health needs or autism spectrum condition (ASC) has made it difficult for them to achieve success in a mainstream school. The role will consist with doing 1:1 support for pupils within a...