Lead Practitioner

CrossReach; Port Glasgow; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Scotland is seeking a compassionate Lead Practitioner to join their team in Port Glasgow. This role involves working closely with children to support their growth and development in a nurturing therapeutic environment. Candidates should hold an HNC in Social Care and have a commitment to upholding Christian values as part of the organization’s ethos.

Benefits

Training and professional development

Generous pension plan

Health cash plan

Exclusive retail and leisure discounts

Qualifications

• Registered with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).
• Significant experience in care or education.
• Knowledge of Attachment Theory or Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a holistic team to meet children’s needs.
• Develop individual care plans based on GIRFEC principles.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with children.

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Professionalism

Communication skills

IT skills

Education

HNC in Social Care

SVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

At Carraig View, we create the kind of environment where children and young people can feel safe, valued, and ready to take their next steps. With stunning views across the Firth of Clyde, our home sits proudly on the edge of Port Glasgow. It is a place where young people can build confidence, connect with others, and take part in everyday life through school, activities, and new friendships. Our team are passionate about helping every young person feel they belong.

Every child deserves to feel safe, nurtured and included. As a Lead Practitioner with CrossReach, you’ll help create a therapeutic home where children can grow and thrive. Each day brings new opportunities to build trust, inspire hope and make a lasting difference in young lives.

What Your Day Could Involve

• Working as part of a holistic team to meet the care and educational needs of children and young people
• Acting as a keyworker, developing and implementing individual care plans in line with GIRFEC principles
• Building strong, trusting relationships using the PACE approach (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity, Empathy)
• Supporting children to develop life skills, build confidence and take part in activities that promote wellbeing
• Leading and mentoring Support Practitioners, contributing to reflection, team development and quality assurance

About You

You’re compassionate, reflective and committed to helping children achieve their full potential. You bring warmth, patience and professionalism to everything you do and understand the power of genuine connection.

You’ll hold an HNC in Social Care and SVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care, and be registered with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC). A full manual driving licence is essential.

You’ll have significant experience in care or education, with a person‑centred approach and a willingness to keep learning. It’s an advantage if you have knowledge of Attachment Theory or Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP), and good communication and IT skills will help you thrive in the role.

You should be comfortable working within and supporting the Christian values and ethos of CrossReach. Membership of the PVG Scheme and compliance with SSSC standards are required.

What You’ll Gain

• The chance to be part of a values‑driven organisation rooted in compassion and inclusion
• Ongoing training, reflection and opportunities for professional growth
• A rewarding career where you’ll see the difference your support makes every day
• Access to exclusive retail and leisure discounts through our rewards scheme and the Blue Light Discount card
• A generous contributory pension plan and death in service benefit
• Enhanced family‑friendly policies and a health cash plan providing cash back for a wide range of health treatments
• Access to a care concierge service to assist you with life’s challenges
• Support for professional membership fees and opportunities for learning, growth and development

Apply Today

If you share our belief that every child deserves the chance to thrive, we’d love to hear from you. Click Apply to start your journey with CrossReach.

Legal and Recruitment Information

As we do our work in Christ’s name the job you have applied for requires you to have a Christian faith and be able to work within and uphold our Christian Ethos. This is an Occupational Requirement under Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010.

This post requires you to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme and undertake the necessary vetting checks. You will also be required to be registered with SSSC and it is your professional responsibility to ensure that you meet the standards and criteria for registration.

We have a legal obligation to ensure that we do not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is without exception granted by UK Visas and Immigration. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category.

CrossReach has been at the forefront of high quality social care for over 150 years, providing loving care to people of all ages and supporting them to live life to the full whatever their circumstances. During that time, we have worked hard to understand the needs of the people who turn to us for help and with them have been at the forefront of pioneering services which have literally changed thousands of lives for the better.

Today we are one of the largest social care providers in Scotland, with experience across a broad range of services. We are still growing, learning, and improving, thanks to the incredible people we have the privilege to support, and all those who support us. We are part of the Church of Scotland and aim to provide social care services and specialist resources in Christ’s name to further the caring work of the Church to people in challenging circumstances.

We are committed to ensuring that we attract, retain, and develop the very best people to build a diverse and talented team and we recognise that every individual’s unique background, experience and ability contributes to our success. We aim to create an inclusive and inspiring environment where individuals feel valued and respected and where people can belong, thrive and be their very best, whoever they are.

We reserve the right to close this advert prior to the closing date. Please complete and submit your application at an early stage.

Additional Information for Candidates

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