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Residential Support Worker - Wandsworth - September 2025 Start 
Pertemps Education is recruiting on behalf of a specialist residential provision for deaf students at a deaf school in Wandsworth. The school is seeking a Residential Support Worker to join their dedicated care team from September 2025. 
 
This is a rewarding opportunity to play a vital role in supporting the educational, emotional, and social development of deaf children and young people in a residential setting. The successful candidate will work as part of a close-knit team to create a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for pupils during the school week. 
 
Location: Wandsworth 
Start Date: September 2025 
Contract: Full-Time, Term-Time Only (39 weeks including INSETs) 
Hours: 38.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday, including sleep-in duties) 
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience 
 
About the Role: 

Promote the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual wellbeing of pupils within the residential setting 
Assist students in developing independence and life skills through structured routines and activities 
Support students with personal care, daily routines, behaviour, and communication 
Plan and participate in after-school activities and recreational outings 
Carry out sleep-in duties and be on-call during the night on a rota basis 
Work collaboratively with the residential team, teaching staff, therapists, and external professionals 
Monitor and record student progress and contribute to care plans and reports 
Support the development of personalised strategies for students with diverse needs  
The Ideal Candidate Will: 

Have previous experience as a Residential Support Worker or similar role, ideally in a school or care setting 
Have experience working with children or young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities 
Demonstrate understanding of the needs of deaf learners and willingness to use/sign communication systems 
Be willing to work flexibly, including evenings and sleep-ins 
Be calm, compassionate, and confident in managing challenging behaviours when they arise 
Hold or be willing to work towards a Level 3 qualification in residential childcare or health and social care 
Be committed to safeguarding, teamwork, and creating a positive, inclusive environment  
Why Join This Residential Provision? 

Supportive leadership and experienced residential care team 
Opportunity to work closely with deaf learners in a specialist setting 
Regular training and CPD including British Sign Language (BSL) and safeguarding 
Well-established routines and care structures in place 
Opportunity to make a significant impact in young people’s lives  
To Apply: 
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