Residential Support Worker - Attached to school

Aspire People are recruiting for several support workers to work in the residential unit of one of our special needs schools in Lincoln.

This role involves an alternating shift pattern of (Apply online only) and (Apply online only) and you must be able to work both shifts when needed. Due to location, a driving license and access to your own vehicle are essential.

The role:

You will be supporting children aged 6-16 years with various special needs, mental and physical challenges and learning disabilities both in the residential unit and at the attached school. This is a combination role of support worker and teaching assistant as you will spend time in both settings depending on the time of day and the shift you are working.

Whilst at the school, you will be supporting with learning and creative play to keep the pupil engaged. Whilst at the residential unit, you will help the child/young person with basic living including cleaning, tidying, functional skills and social time.

The setting has a large farm with many animals which is great for any de-escalation needs and to break away from the classroom or residential unit when needed.

Must have recent/relevant experience working with children and young people, specifically those with SEND/SEMH.
Must have a passion for education

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks