Supply Desk
£100 - 120 per day
Andover
Fixed Term | Full Time
20/07/2026
No
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Long-term, with strong potential to become permanent
Location: Andover area
Pay: £100-£120 per day
Hours:
About the Role
We are seeking compassionate, dedicated Care Workers to join a specialist residential school in the Andover area that supports children and young people with additional needs. This long-term role begins in September 2026, with the genuine opportunity to become a permanent member of the team for the right person.
The school supports students with a range of complex needs including autism, communication differences, ADHD, social/emotional needs and mild-to-moderate learning difficulties. Many pupils follow personalised programmes designed to help them develop independence, emotional regulation, communication, and essential life skills.
This role is non-personal care and focuses on providing consistent daily support, helping young people feel safe, understood, and empowered. You will work within a therapeutic, structured environment that enables students to thrive socially, academically, and emotionally.
You'll collaborate closely with teachers, residential/key workers, therapists, and senior staff to deliver high‑quality, student‑centred care throughout the school day.
Key Responsibilities
• Supporting young people with additional needs in daily routines and structured learning sessions
• Encouraging independence, self‑esteem and positive social interaction
• Building calm, trusting and encouraging relationships with pupils
• Supporting emotional regulation using therapeutic and school‑approved strategies
• Working collaboratively with teaching, residential and therapy teams
• Providing consistent guidance during challenging or emotionally complex situations
• Helping pupils access learning, enrichment activities, and life skills development programmes
• Ensuring students feel safe, supported and valued at all times
About the School
This specialist school provides education and residential care for young people with a wide range of additional needs. Information from their website highlights that they:
• Support students who may have autism, ADHD, communication needs, social/emotional needs, and mild-to-moderate learning difficulties
• Provide a therapeutic and structured environment that promotes emotional stability and confidence
• Offer personalised learning pathways that build independence, life skills, and academic progress
• Focus on helping students develop communication, resilience, and self‑advocacy
• Provide a nurturing setting with on-site therapy and multidisciplinary support
• Encourage creativity, confidence and preparation for adulthood through tailored programmes
Individual Profile
• A patient, nurturing and empathetic approach
• GCSE Maths & English (A-C) desirable
• Experience working with additional needs (desirable but not essential)
• Resilient, adaptable and positive in challenging situations
• Confident supporting young people with emotional or behavioural needs
• First Aid trained or willing to train
• Access to your own car and a clean driving licence is essential due to the rural location
Why Work With Us?
• A supportive agency that listens to your needs
• Variety of opportunities to match your skills and career goals
• Your own dedicated consultant
• Regular CPD and training opportunities
• Refer a Friend bonus