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Residential Worker, OAK LODGE SCHOOL
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Term time only: 39 weeks per year
Hours: 32 hours per week + Sleep-in duties (paid extra)
OFSTED rating: GOOD
To start: ASAP
About the Role
Phoenix House is looking for a Female Residential Worker to provide support for students, mainly on our all-girls floor, with a wide range of needs and communication methods. The students reside in Phoenix House for 1-4 nights a week and staff are required to undertake sleep-in duties to facilitate this. Sleep-in duties are paid as extra.
Staff must be able to work shift hours, on rota, as required, usually between the hours of 7am–8.30am and 3pm–11pm plus sleep-in duties. 30 minutes unpaid break is given each day. We are looking for a Female Residential Worker who has excellent communication skills, with a good knowledge of D/deafness, communication difficulties, positive behaviour management and additional health and educational needs. Experience of personal care support is preferable.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
- Generous pension plan: Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Work-life balance: Term-time only, predominantly day shifts with occasional evenings or sleep-in duties to ensure the smooth running of the service
- Health & Well-being: Access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for mental health, financial, and legal support
- Professional development: Extensive CPD opportunities and training packages
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About You
As a Residential Worker you will have:
- Experience working with pupils who have hearing, speech, and communication challenges (see Person Specification for details)
- A deep understanding of safeguarding practices
- A passion for empowering young people to become confident, independent, and responsible citizens
- High standards of personal conduct, credibility, honesty and integrity that inspires loyalty and trust
Why Work with Us
At Oak Lodge, we believe in developing an inclusive, supportive, and collaborative environment. By joining us, you’ll be part of a team that is truly committed to making a difference in our students' lives. You’ll also have the chance to work alongside a highly experienced staff in a dynamic and fulfilling setting.
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Ready to Join?
We’d love to show you around! To arrange a visit and meet some of our staff and students, please contact our Headteacher, Caroline Rowlandson, on 0208 673 3453.
To apply please download an application pack from the Wandsworth Council website which can be found via the ‘visit website’ button at the top of this page. Alternatively, these can be found from the school website: www.oaklodge.wandsworth.sch.uk
Completed applications should be e-mailed to recruitment@oaklodge.wandsworth.sch.uk
Closing date for applications: Tuesday 1st September 2026 – we reserve the right to close the applications earlier if we receive a desired candidate.
Interviews: Week commencing 7th September 2026
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
CVs ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
Contact Information
Oak Lodge School
101 Nightingale Lane
London SW12 8NA
Tel: 020 8673 3453
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