Experienced Support Worker - Children and/or Adults Location: NELSON/COLNE/BURNELY Pay: £13.68 per hour Contract: Full-Time, Temp to Perm Hours: 37.5 per week Please note: Sponsorship is not available About the Role We are recruiting experienced Residential Support Workers for immediate full-time roles in Preston and Blackburn. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and adults with complex needs. You will join a committed care team, delivering high-quality, person-centred support both 1:1 and in small groups. Your role includes encouraging independence, building positive relationships, and maintaining a safe, supportive environment. About the Client Our client is the UK's leading independent provider of specialist care for children and adults, offering tailored residential and supported living services. They support individuals with: Severe Autism Learning Disabilities Mental Health Needs Dementia Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) Challenging BehavioursThe Preston service is a rural home for up to five children and young people (aged 8-19) with autism and learning difficulties, with excellent transport links nearby. Key Responsibilities Provide personal care and hygiene assistance Support daily activities, encouraging independence Build positive relationships with residents and families Promote a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment Essential Skills & Experience Strong communication and interpersonal skills Resilience, flexibility, and energy Experience with SEN, autism, and/or challenging behaviours Confidence in providing personal care Behaviour management skills Enhanced DBS (Child and Adult)Desirable: Health & Social Care Level 3 Training/experience in Team Teach, Makaton, or PECS (training can be provided) Development & Training Fully funded training (Team Teach, Makaton, PECS) Clear progression pathways: Support Worker → Line Manager → Senior → Assistant Manager → Manager Personalised career development support How to Apply If this sounds like the right role for you, we'd love to hear from you. Email: (url removed) Call: (phone number removed) APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained You must have legal right to work in the UK You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these. Disclaimer 'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community