Student Support Assistant - Residential Care

Are you look for a rewarding role that offers onsite accommodation?

Treloar’s is a charity providing outstanding education, therapy and care to physically disabled young people, empowering them to live more independently and achieve their aims.

We are looking to engage with people who are passionate about supporting physically disabled children and young people. These roles include assisting the students in a residential boarding house.

We offer a range of flexible working opportunities that are term time only, which enables you to balance your work and personal life, we even have opportunities that provide transport (T’s&C’s apply) to and from work.

Looking for Work That Truly Matters?

Do you enjoy helping others reach their full potential? Have experience working with children and/or young adults—or simply passionate about making a difference? Whether you’re looking to grow your career, find rewarding flexible work, or balance a role with other commitments, Treloar’s has a variety of fulfilling opportunities.

We’re currently recruiting for:

• Residential Support Assistants (Evenings and alternate weekends)
• Dual Role Student Support Assistants (Residential - mornings, afternoons/evenings, split shifts and alternate weekends available)
• Bank Student Support Assistant (Zero hours contract)

No Care Experience? No Problem.

We provide fully funded, industry-leading training so you can thrive in your role. All you need are some transferable skills and:

• Passion for helping others reach their full potential
• Positivity, patience, and energy in your approach to each day
• A collaborative mindset in a team-focused, people-first environment
• The desire to do meaningful work in a truly rewarding setting
• A genuine interest in being part of a local organisation that cares
• Grade C/4, or above in both Maths and English (or equivalent)

What Does a Support Assistant Do?

Our Support Assistants work alongside Residential Managers and other health related departments to support students across their care, and daily living plans. Responsibilities include:

• Assisting with personal care, supporting with meals, moving and positioning, communication, emotional and social needs
• Supporting students in a residential setting and during social activities
• Encouraging independence and helping students achieve their goals
• Keeping accurate records and working collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• A minimum rcommitment of 16 hours per week

What We Can Offer Support Assistants:

• Salary £23,996-£26,686 per annum/£12.81-£14.25 per hour (dependant on hours and experience, pro rata for part time)
• Excellent paid training and career development opportunities (up to 8 paid training days per year)
• On-site accommodation available (T&Cs apply)
• Occupational Maternity Pay (T&Cs apply)
• Transport to work (on certain roles T&Cs apply)
• Guaranteed hours – from 16-42hours
• Pension – up to 7.5% employer contribution
• Discounted gym membership
• Health cash plan including retail discounts
• Critical illness cover
• Life insurance
• Paid holiday
• Free onsite parking
• Sick pay
• Free enhanced DBS check

Ready to Start Your Journey?

Please click apply and you will be taken to our website to complete the online application form.

Not sure if this is the right role for you, come along to our Recruitment Open Evening on Tuesday 29th September 2026

Please note: Visa switch/sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must have the appropriate right to work in the UK.

Treloar Trust is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All successful candidates will be subject to a DBS Check along with other relevant employment checks. 

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