Childcare Support Worker (SEN Residential & Day School)
9 days ago
Eastleigh
Childcare Support Worker (SEN Residential & Day School) \n \n Prospero Teaching is seeking compassionate, resilient, and dedicated Childcare Support Workers to join a specialist day and residential SEN school in Eastleigh from September. \n This specialist provision supports pupils aged 11-16 with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, challenging behaviour, SEMH needs, and associated learning difficulties. The school provides a safe, structured, and nurturing environment where young people are supported to develop confidence, independence, and essential life skills. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Provide high-quality care and support within both educational and residential settings.\n, • Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils and promote their wellbeing.\n, • Support young people with autism, ADHD, behavioural needs, and emotional regulation difficulties.\n, • Implement behaviour support strategies and encourage positive outcomes.\n, • Assist with daily routines, personal development, independence, and social skills.\n, • Support evening and overnight residential routines, including two sleep-in shifts per week.\n, • Work collaboratively with teachers, residential staff, therapists, families, and external professionals.\n, • Safeguard and promote the welfare of all pupils.\n, • Maintain accurate records and contribute to care plans where required.\n\n Contract Details \n Location: Eastleigh, HampshirePosition: Childcare Support Worker (SEN Residential & Day School)Start Date: September 2026Contract Type: Full-timeWorking Pattern: Monday to ThursdayHours: 37 hours per week, including two sleep-in shiftsPay Rate: From £14.25 per hour \n Requirements \n You must: \n\n • Have the Right to Work in the UK.\n, • Hold an Enhanced Child Barred List DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to obtain one).\n, • Provide professional references covering the last 24 months.\n, • Hold a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare, Health & Social Care, Residential Care, Education, or a related field, or have relevant experience supporting young people with SEN.\n\n The Ideal Candidate Will: \n\n • Have experience working with young people with Autism, ADHD, SEMH, or behavioural needs.\n, • Be confident supporting emotional regulation and communication difficulties.\n, • Remain calm and professional in challenging situations.\n, • Be passionate about helping young people achieve greater independence and confidence.\n, • Be flexible and committed to working across both education and residential settings.\n\n What We Offer \n\n • Free accredited CPD, including safeguarding, behaviour management, and de-escalation training.\n, • Access to a specialist Training & Development Team.\n, • Ongoing support from a dedicated SEN consultant.\n, • Long-term and permanent career opportunities.\n\n If you are passionate about supporting young people with special educational needs and want to work within a rewarding specialist setting, we would love to hear from you.