Randstad Care
Support Worker
Support Worker at Randstad Care, based in Lancaster, North West England, paying £12.71 - £16.88 per hour. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £12.71 - £16.88 per hour
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site · Night shifts
- Location
- Lancaster, North West England
- Closing date
- Sector
- Support Worker
- DBS check
8% below the typical rate for support worker
Reference 57537495
About the role
Are you passionate about empowering young adults to thrive both in education and daily life? Randstad is proud to partner with Salutem Care & Education at Beaumont College in Lancaster. We are recruiting dedicated Support Workers to assist young adults (aged 18-25) and school leavers with complex autism, physical disabilities, and long-term health conditions.
In this role, you will be a vital part of a 24/7 care team, providing both classroom support and hands-on, person-centred care within on-site residential homes. Whether supporting students in interactive learning environments or helping them build life skills at home, you will make a tangible difference every day.
- Competitive Weekly Pay:
- PAYE (Accrued): £12.71/hour (+ £1.72/hour holiday pot)
- PAYE (Rolled-Up): £14.34/hour (holiday pay included)
- Umbrella Rate: £16.88/hour
- Flexible Shift Patterns: Day shifts (short or long) and waking nights available.
- Integrated Experience: Gain experience across both interactive learning environments and residential living.
- Fast-Track Onboarding: Dedicated 1-on-1 registration support from your local consultant.
- Assist students within on-site residential homes with morning/evening routines, meal planning, and building independent life skills.
- Provide classroom assistance during college hours, supporting therapeutic activities and vocational workshops.
- Conduct welfare checks and provide essential support during waking night shifts.
- Deliver sensitive, dignified personal care tailored to individual mobility and health requirements.
- Implement Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) strategies to promote resident choice, safety, and independence.
- Accompany students on community outings to foster confidence and real-world skills.
- Maintain accurate records, daily observations, and effective handovers between departments.
- Prior experience in residential care, supported living, or specialist education is essential; experience supporting complex autism or severe disabilities is highly valued.
- A patient, proactive, and compassionate approach that prioritizes dignity and autonomy.
- Willingness to assist with personal care and moving and handling tasks.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills for reporting.
- Must possess a valid Right to Work in the UK.
- An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service is required (or willingness to complete a new check).
Located on Slyne Road, Lancaster, Beaumont College is a specialist post-16 educational institution. Their main campus features on-site residential homes, creating a unique environment where students receive consistent, high-quality support throughout their term. Working here means joining a team dedicated to excellence in education and personal development.
Ready to make a meaningful difference across both the classroom and residential care settings? Click Apply Now or send your CV directly to Jasmine Hyare () to fast-track your registration for Beaumont College Lancaster. For further assistance, contact us at .
Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.
Reference: 57537495 · Posted 17 minutes ago · Closes 18 Dec 2026 · Listed via Randstad Care
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