Job Introduction
Lakeside School is an 'Outstanding' day and residential special school for 97 x 10-16 year old boys with a range of needs, including challenging behaviour, ADHD and Autism.
Are you a positive, energetic, resilient and patient person looking to make a real difference to the education of our pupils?
Our residential unit has places for up to 20 pupils who can reside from Monday to Thursday evening.
Lakeside School residential unit is a specialist, secure residential home looking after children in a safe, secure and therapeutic environment.
We are looking to recruit a Residential Child Care Worker to work Monday - Thursday (to include two sleep ins) (details to be discussed at interview)
This is an incredibly rewarding and fulfilling role where you can help children alongside an exceptional team of dedicated and supportive staff, working together to provide a stimulating and caring environment.
Your focus will be to act as a role model to our children, forming positive, trusting relationships that enable them to feel safe and cared for. This is an opportunity to engage in fun activities that interest both the children and the staff. You will need to have a level of resilience, empathy and understanding, with the ability to be consistent, kind and respectful, even in the face of challenging behaviour.
Are you passionate about making a difference to the lives of children and young people?
Are you adaptable with the ability to use a range of approaches and strategies?
If so, we have the job for you!
Key information
Closing date: Friday 11 September 2026 (subject to closing before this date if a suitable candidate is offered the position.
Interview date: TBC
Job start date: September 2026
Contract/hours: fixed term - full time (including 2 sleep ins)
Salary type: support staff
Salary details: support staff grade C
Hours of park: full time 37 (hours to be discussed at interview)
Location of role: Lakeside School, Chandlers Ford
You will be a kind and patient team player with high expectations of pupils behaviour. You will have a positive attitude, excellent interpersonal skills and a commitment to working in partnership with parents/carers.
We are an inclusive, nurturing school looking for the right person to join our great team. Full training will be provided for all aspects of this role.
As part of the application process, we encourage ALL potential applicants to visit the school. You will receive a warm welcome and the chance to meet our pupils and staff. For more information please contact Lisa on 02380 266633 or email L.van.aswegen@Lakeside.hants.sch.uk for an application pack.
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
