St. John's College
Residential Support Worker
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Do you have the ambition to make a meaningful impact on the lives of autistic children and young people?
At St. John's, we have a proud history of making a positive difference to the lives of young people. We are now looking for incredible Residential Support Workers to help us continue making that difference!
As a Residential Support Worker, you will work under the supervision and guidance of the Care Management Team, Senior Residential Support Workers, and Therapy Teams. You will support learners in all residential houses and the community, assisting with social and academic activities. Our aim is to ensure all learners have equal opportunities to develop their independence and social skills, preparing them for adult life.
What will you be doing?
- Supporting learners with self-care and independence skills such as eating, drinking, washing, bathing, using the toilet, managing incontinence, dressing, mobility, and medication administration.
- Ensuring learners' care files are kept up to date and accurate.
- At the start of each shift, reviewing communication and log books, and liaising with staff at handover to ensure learners' needs are well documented and addressed.
- Establish supportive relationships with learners and encourage the development of stable relationships.
- Promote the emotional health and self-esteem of learners and support them through changes in their living situation and personal circumstances.
- Accompanying learners into the community to take part in social and recreational activities such as bowling, cinema trips, and dining out, helping them build confidence and enjoy meaningful experiences beyond the college setting.
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We are recruiting for 38-week/52-week positions for our Ashington Gardens, Telscombe Road, College View, and Pier View homes. Residential Support Workers will primarily be based at one location but may be required to work flexibly across all homes as operational needs require.
We are also accepting applications for our bank staff team, offering flexible, ad hoc shifts to cover staffing needs as required. If you are interested in joining the bank, please state this clearly in the supporting information section of your application.
In return, we offer:
- A fantastic working environment
- Generous holidays
- Career development opportunities
If you'd like more information or wish to have an informal, confidential discussion about the role, please contact Shan Shigri at Sshigri@ambitiousaboutautism.org.uk
Visa Sponsorship
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship, including visa extensions or transfers. Applicants must have their own valid right to work in the UK and be able to work the full hours required for the role for the duration of their employment. Ambitious about Autism is unable to provide sponsorship for this position.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Ambitious about Autism is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of our organisation. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, valuing the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives they bring. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, disability, or age.
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Our recruitment process promotes equal opportunities, and we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or additional needs throughout the recruitment process. Please contact our Recruitment Team for accommodations. We recognise disability as a physical or mental impairment that significantly and long-term affects a person's ability to perform day-to-day activities, as defined by the UK Equality Act 2010. All applications will be considered solely on merit, aligned with our mission to support autistic children and young people.
Safeguarding and Welfare
Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search maybe carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
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- [Residential Support Worker - St.Johns - 2026.pdf](attachment:Residential Support Worker - St.Johns - 2026.pdf)
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