Job Title: Residential Support Worker
Location: Newcastle
Salary: £90 - £110 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Daily Supply, Long-Term
Are you passionate about supporting young people in a residential school setting?
Join a well-regarded school in Newcastleas a Residential Support Worker and make a real difference in the lives of students. This is your opportunity to help young people thrive in a supportive environment, ensuring their well-being, academic success, and personal growth.
About the Role:
As a Residential Support Worker, you’ll provide essential care, guidance, and emotional support to students. Your role will include working closely with teaching and pastoral staff to create a safe and nurturing environment. You'll support students with their daily routines, help with homework, and encourage positive relationships.
Key Responsibilities of a Residential Support Worker:
* Provide emotional and physical support to students in their daily routines.
* Foster independence and life skills in a structured environment.
* Help with educational support, including homework and revision.
* Promote a safe, supportive environment following safeguarding policies.
* Build strong, trusting relationships with students.
* Manage behaviour using positive strategies and de-escalation techniques.
* Keep accurate records of student progress and incidents.
Requirements for a Residential Support Worker Role:
* Experience in residential support, education, or care settings.
* Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, NVQ in Health & Social Care).
* Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
* Experience working with young people with SEN, SEMH, or challenging behaviours.
* Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
* Flexible and patient, with the ability to manage challenging situations.
* Valid enhanced DBS (or willing to apply for one).
What We Offer to a Residential Support Worker:
* Competitive pay rates based on your experience.
* A variety of teaching opportunities in different schools.
* Support from a dedicated consultant throughout your placement.
* The chance to work in schools that value quality teaching.
Safeguarding Commitment
This role requires a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection. Successful applicants must satisfy all background and safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout the North East. For more information or to register your interest in this role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV.
Also - we are currently offering £100 for the successful referral of either Teachers or Teaching Assistants! If you know of anyone who may be suitable – get them to apply!