Aspris Children's Services

About Us

Aspris Children’s Services is one of the leading providers of specialist education and residential care services in the UK. Our specialist schools, colleges, children’s homes and fostering agency provide the highest standards of education and care to individuals with a range of needs. Whether we are working with young people with autism, learning difficulties, social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) difficulties or supporting some of society’s most vulnerable children, we are committed to helping each child to fulfil their goals and achieve their aspirations.

Aspris Children’s Services is part of the Aspris Group, which also operates class-leading mental health and specialist education services in the Middle East. This includes the acclaimed Al Karamah School and Training Institute, the first facilities of their kind for children and young people with autism in the UAE. At Aspris, we are proud of our values and behaviours which were developed by our colleagues, children and young people. They shape our culture and underpin why our organisation is such a unique and exciting place to be, alongside influencing the positive work we do and how we do it.

Please find below our Aspris value statement and the five behaviours that underpin it:

Together we inspire and motivate

We are:

- Aspirational
- Positive
- Fun and friendly
- Courageous
- Innovative

What it’s like to work for us?

Culture:
Our culture is one of compassion. The children and young people we care for are at the heart of everything we do. Every colleague works hard to get to know the individual, learning how best to support their needs. We are dedicated to providing a nurturing environment and are passionate about helping those we work with to succeed.

Our rewards and benefits:
We invest in a range of rewards and benefits packages, supplementing competitive salaries with added extras to meet some of life’s challenges. As well as 25 days annual leave (rising with length of service) and enhanced DBS fee paid on your behalf, we offer access to a smart technology scheme, rewards and discounts schemes, a health cash plan, Gym Flex membership, a Cycle to Work scheme and financial, physical and mental wellbeing and support.

Training and development:

We’re passionate about supporting our people to achieve their potential, and this starts from day one. We provide all new colleagues with a clear and detailed induction programme that includes training and tailored support from experienced colleagues, both face-to-face and virtual. During your career with Aspris, you will get the opportunity to apply for a fully funded apprenticeship programme or additional learning as part of your continuing professional development. Our career journeys also offer management, leadership and specialist training designed to meet best practice guidelines and provide the knowledge and skills needed to do a remarkable job for the children, young people and adults supported by Aspris.

The type of jobs we recruit for?

We recruit the very best people to form a supportive team who are passionate about shaping the lives of the children and young people in our care. As a Residential Support Worker, you will help enhance the learning and development of children and young people in your care by supporting activities aimed at improving their learning, social and independence skills.

As a Registered Manager, you will be responsible for leading our residential settings and ensuring our homes offer a safe, nurturing environment for children and young people, whilst providing excellent levels of emotional and physical support at all times.

Join our team as a Team Leader. Working with management, you will offer support in the day-to-day operation of the residential home, whilst helping young people explore new interests and achieve their potential.

Benefits

Discounted or free food
On-site parking
Casual dress
Company events
Company pension
Employee discount
Sick pay
Store discounts
Additional leave
Referral programme
Bike to work scheme