At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with disabilities during engaging weekend activities.
- Company: Specialist children's service in Merton, South West London.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, full training, and ongoing support from a friendly team.
- Other info: Flexible part-time role with consistent weekend hours.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Caring attitude and passion for supporting children; experience is a plus but not required.
The predicted salary is between 14.5 - 14.5 £ per hour.
Location: Merton, South West London
Service: Short Breaks Service Children with Disabilities & Additional Needs
Role Type: Support Worker (Weekend / Part-Time)
Hours: 1 day per week (46 hours), weekends
Contract: Flexible / Bank / Part-time
Rate: £13.00 - £14.50 per hour
About the Role
We are recruiting dedicated and caring Short Breaks Support Workers to join a specialist children's short breaks service supporting children and young people with a wide range of needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, learning disabilities, behavioural challenges, and complex additional needs. This is a rewarding weekend role where you will help deliver safe, structured, and engaging short break sessions. These sessions provide children with positive social experiences outside the home while giving families and carers essential respite and support. You will be part of a supportive team focused on inclusion, independence, and ensuring every child has access to meaningful and enjoyable activities in a safe environment.
What You'll Be Doing
- Providing 1:1 support to children and young people during short break sessions
- Supporting children with ASD, ADHD, learning disabilities, and behavioural needs in a calm and consistent way
- Delivering fun, structured, and age-appropriate activities tailored to individual needs
- Supporting personal care where required, including toileting, feeding, and mobility support
- Using positive behaviour support approaches in line with care and support plans
- Promoting independence, communication, and social interaction
- Ensuring children are safe, engaged, and included at all times
- Working closely with the Short Breaks team and families to ensure consistent, high-quality support
About You
We are looking for someone who is caring, patient, and reliable, with a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs. You should be confident working with children with ASD, ADHD, behavioural challenges, and learning disabilities, and able to remain calm and supportive in different situations. You must be available for weekend shifts (1 day per week, 46 hours) and be a strong communicator and team player. Experience in care, youth work, education, SEN support, or support work is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided.
What We Offer
- Full induction and training, including safeguarding and behaviour support
- Ongoing support from an experienced and friendly Short Breaks team
- Consistent weekend hours (46 hours per week)
- Valuable experience within a specialist children's disability and SEN-focused service
- A rewarding role where you make a real impact on children's lives and family wellbeing every weekend
Childrens Residential Support Worker employer: ENS Recruitment
ENS Care & Support is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and growth-oriented work environment for Learning Disability Support Workers. With flexible shift patterns in Colchester, comprehensive training from day one, and a clear career progression pathway, employees can expect not only to enhance their skills but also to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those they support. The company prioritises employee wellbeing with benefits like 24/7 access to support, a free counselling service, and a recognition programme that celebrates achievements.
