Childcare Support Worker (SEN Residential & Day School)
Prospero Teaching is seeking compassionate, resilient, and dedicated Childcare Support Workers to join a specialist day and residential SEN school in Eastleigh from September.
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.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality care and support within both educational and residential settings.
- Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils and promote their wellbeing.
- Support young people with autism, ADHD, behavioural needs, and emotional regulation difficulties.
- Implement behaviour support strategies and encourage positive outcomes.
- Assist with daily routines, personal development, independence, and social skills.
- Support evening and overnight residential routines, including two sleep-in shifts per week.
- Work collaboratively with teachers, residential staff, therapists, families, and external professionals.
- Safeguard and promote the welfare of all pupils.
- Maintain accurate records and contribute to care plans where required.
Contract Details
Location: Eastleigh, Hampshire
Position: Childcare Support Worker (SEN Residential & Day School)
Start Date: September 2026
Contract Type: Full-time
Working Pattern: Monday to Thursday
Hours: 37 hours per week, including two sleep-in shifts
Pay Rate: From 14.25 per hour
Requirements
You must:
- Have the Right to Work in the UK.
- Hold an Enhanced Child Barred List DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to obtain one).
- Provide professional references covering the last 24 months.
- 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.
The Ideal Candidate Will:
- Have experience working with young people with Autism, ADHD, SEMH, or behavioural needs.
- Be confident supporting emotional regulation and communication difficulties.
- Remain calm and professional in challenging situations.
- Be passionate about helping young people achieve greater independence and confidence.
- Be flexible and committed to working across both education and residential settings.
What We Offer
- Free accredited CPD, including safeguarding, behaviour management, and de-escalation training.
- Access to a specialist Training & Development Team.
- Ongoing support from a dedicated SEN consultant.
- Long-term and permanent career opportunities.
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.
