At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people with complex needs to build independence and manage daily challenges.
- Company: Outstanding charity focused on empowering young people with disabilities.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, subsidised meals, free parking, and potential accommodation.
- Other info: Join a supportive team environment and grow your professional skills.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in lives while kickstarting your career in psychology.
- Qualifications: Psychology or Social Science degree and experience in SEN or care.
The predicted salary is between 13.65 - 13.65 £ per hour.
Location: Lingfield, Surrey
Salary: £12.71 – £13.65 per hour (dependent on experience)
Contract: Full‑Time and Part‑Time (Up to 44.25 hours/week, Term: Time Only)
Shifts: Early, Late, and Split shifts available (Monday to Friday options)
About the Role
We are recruiting Residential Support Workers to join our Outstanding rated residential campus in Lingfield—a leading charity for young people with epilepsy, autism, and severe learning disabilities. This role provides an exceptional clinical environment to observe, understand, and support complex neurological and behavioural needs.
Who We Are Looking For
- Education and Experience: A Psychology or Social Science degree paired with at least 3 months of experience in SEN, care, or education.
- Key Attributes: Analytical mindset, emotional resilience, calm under pressure, and a strong team player.
- Driving Licence: Essential. Due to our beautiful campus location and shift timings, you must be a driver with your own vehicle.
- Availability: Ready to launch your professional career this September.
Responsibilities
This is a highly rewarding, active role supporting young people aged 4 to 25 to build daily independence. Responsibilities include managing potentially challenging behaviours, supporting communication barriers, and providing daily personal care with utmost dignity and respect. You will never face these clinical challenges alone; you will operate within a tight‑knit, heavily team‑oriented environment.
Benefits and Perks
- Subsidised on‑site restaurant and free parking
- Potential access to affordable on‑site accommodation
- Employee rewards/discounts platform and occupational pension
(Note: To ensure student safety, all successful applicants must complete a pre‑employment screening, including an enhanced DBS check and referencing.)
Kickstart Your Career This September
If you have the right mindset and want your academic background to a role that changes lives, we want to hear from you.
Contact
Call Paul Hirchfield:
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