Job Description

Residential Support Worker - SEN Schools (Ashford, Kent)

Employer: Tradewind Recruitment
Location: Ashford, Kent
Contract: Temp to Perm
Hours: Term Time Only
Schedule: Monday to Thursday, 13:00 - 23:00
Sleep-in shifts required on a rota basis

SEN Schools in Ashford are seeking a Residential Support Worker to join their residential provision supporting young people with additional needs. This is an excellent temp-to-perm opportunity for candidates looking for long-term, stable employment in a supportive and rewarding environment.

The Role:

You will support young people in a residential care setting, ensuring their cultural, communication, and personal needs are met in line with individual care plans. The role requires commitment, resilience, and a genuine passion for working with children and young people with SEN.

Essential Requirements:

  • Experience working in a residential or care home setting

  • Ability to meet the cultural, communication, and personal needs of young people

  • Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle (essential due to shift times and location)

  • Commitment to a permanent position (job share not available)

  • Willingness to complete sleep-in shifts on a rota basis

Who We're Looking For:

  • A caring, patient, and flexible approach with a genuine passion for inclusive education

  • Comfortable providing personal care, including toileting and feeding

  • Strong communication skills and a proactive attitude

  • Willingness to undergo all necessary background checks, including an Enhanced DBS (child workforce ONLY) on the update service - support provided. A new DBS costs £62 and we will pay you back the £62 once you have completed 20 days of work for us

  • Full legal right to work in the UK

Apply Now!

If you're ready to start or continue a rewarding career in SEN education, we want to hear from you. Join our team of compassionate Residential Staff in Ashford and help transform lives.

Email: errika.blunden@twrecruitment.com
Phone: 01227 852 816