Residential Childcare Support Worker

Job description

Support Worker Residential School
Licoln, Lincolnshire | £13.49£13.83 per hour | £27,009£27,687
Are you passionate about making a real difference to the lives of children and young people with complex needs?
We are recruiting Support Workers to join a GOOD-rated residential school in Norton Disney, supporting young people aged 1119 with severe learning disabilities, autism and complex behaviours.
You'll provide consistent, person-centred support to young people, many of whom are non-verbal and may require support with personal care, communication and manual handling.
What we're looking for
You don't need a Level 3 qualification. We're interested in candidates with experience in:
Learning disabilities children or adults
Residential or social care
Schools / education
Nursing or healthcare
Supported living or complex care
University graduates with relevant degrees such as Psychology, Social Work, Education, Childhood Studies, Special Educational Needs or similar
Most importantly, you'll be patient, compassionate, resilient and genuinely passionate about supporting young people.
Training & progression
You'll receive full support and training, including:
? Care Certificate ? Makaton training ? Specialist training ? Opportunity to work towards Level 3
The rota
38.5 hours per week on average, working a rolling 3-week rota.
7am3.30pm | 2pm10pm
One long weekend day 7am10pm, working two weekends followed by a weekend off.
No sleep-ins.
Location
Norton Disney, Lincolnshire
Due to the rural location, you'll need a reliable way to get to work. Driving is desirable but not essential.
Important Information
No sponsorship is available for this position.
Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.
If you're looking for a role where you can build a career, receive specialist training and make a genuine difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now to find out more.
Benefits:
Casual dress
Company pension
Discounted or free food
On-site parking
Work Location: In person

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Lincoln

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

08-09-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English