Learning Disability Children Residential Support Worker
  • England,East Midlands,Derbyshire
  • full-time
  • £11.85 - £12.65 per hour
Job Description:
Learning Disability Children’s Residential Support Worker
Location: Swadlincote, Derbyshire (DE11)
Salary: £27,528 - £32,072 per annum (£11.85 - £12.65 per hour plus £60 per sleep-in)
Job Type: Full-time, Long Term - Permanent
Shift Pattern: Rolling rota, 08:00 AM - 11:00 PM (including sleep-ins)
Benefits:
*Company pension (3% employer contribution)
*224 hours annual leave
*Double pay on Bank Holidays
*Training and NVQ qualifications provided
*Employee wellbeing service
*Career progression opportunities
We are working in collaboration with a children’s residential home, looking to appint a Learning Disability Children’s Residential Support Worker to support children with learning disabilities (including Autism, ADHD, and non-verbal communication). You will help create a safe, positive environment and guide young people to reach their full potential.
Key Responsibilities:
*Provide care, guidance, and support in line with Ofsted regulations.
*Maintain a safe, supportive atmosphere focused on health, education, and personal development.
*Work closely with the Registered Manager to ensure smooth daily operations.
Requirements:
*Experience with Autism, ADHD, or non-verbal communication is desirable.
*Knowledge of Makaton or PEC’s is desirable.
*A valid UK/EU manual driving licence is essential.
*Flexibility to work a rolling rota with sleep-in shifts.
*An enhanced DBS and safer recruitment checks (we can assist with this).
Rota Example:
*Week 1: Monday, Thursday, Saturday
*Week 2: Tuesday, Friday, Sunday
*Week 3: Wednesday
If you feel you would be the right fit for this role, then please apply through submitting your CV. If you are a successful applicant, you will be contacted by Millie to arrange the next steps in the progression of your application.
Job number 1716228
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Company Details:
LFT Recruitment
Company size: 1–4 employees
Industry: Education
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