Are you a Residential Worker looking to move into a Classroom Support role? We are looking for a resilient, high-impact Classroom Support Worker to join a Secondary School team in Preston. This is not a standard Teaching Assistant role; we are specifically seeking individuals with a background in Residential Child Care who understand the complexities of supporting vulnerable young people with SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) needs. If you are tired of the irregular shift patterns, sleep-ins, and weekend work of residential care, this is your opportunity to use your specialised skill set in an educational setting with consistent term-time hours. Why your Residential experience translates to Classroom Support: Beyond TA Duties: Unlike a traditional TA, your focus is on emotional regulation, crisis de-escalation, and breaking down barriers to learning. Trauma-Informed Care: Your understanding of the "why" behind challenging behaviour is exactly what our students need to feel safe in school. Professional Boundaries: You are experienced in maintaining the balance between being a supportive mentor and a professional authority figure. Crisis Management: You remain calm and effective when a situation escalates, ensuring the safety of the student and the classroom. Key Responsibilities 1:1 Student Mentoring: Provide intensive support to students struggling to remain in lessons, helping them navigate the school day. Pastoral Intervention: Work outside the ..... full job details .....