Support Worker

Support Worker
SEN School in Lymington, Hampshire
Full-time - temp to perm contract
Must drive due to location

Academics are recruiting on behalf of an 'Outstanding' SEN School and Residential Provision in Lymington for students aged 11 - 19 years old. The school offers 52-week residential care for boys and girls with a diagnosis of Autism, severe learning difficulties and associated behaviours.

They are seeking a number of passionate Support Worker's to offer support and encouragement to young people in a variety of settings including residential, education and off-site activities.

As a Support Worker, you will be required to enable their young people to develop by providing physical and emotional support. The role of a Support Worker is about working as part of a team to maintain a stable, happy and caring environment that puts the health, safety and welfare of young people first.

The successful Support Worker must be a good role model and conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times whilst on duty or representing the school at outside events.

The role is to start ASAP on a temp to perm basis paying £13.62 per hour. Starting salary is £28,329.60 (working a 52 week per year contract), risng after a successful probation.

Full-time, 52 week a year contracts available, as well as term-time only working 38 weeks per year.

You will be required to work 40 hours per week, working a variety of shifts including early, late and longer days between 7.30am - 10.30pm. Wakings nights are available working 42 hours per week, working 9pm - 7.30am.

Support Worker's will ideally possess a Level 3 Certificate in Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification, or have recent relevant experience. On site training including face to face safeguarding training and prevent online training.

To be a successful Support Worker you will be a strong team player, be confident and motivated and well organised. Patience and commitment are essential, but above all you'll be someone with a genuine desire to help others.

If you have experience of working as a Support Worker, Residential Support Worker or Care Assistant and you would like to apply for the position of Senior Support Worker in Lymington, please apply using the link provided.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.