Night Care Practitioner – Therapeutic Residential Support

Caretech Supplies LLC; Mauchline; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome bonus £500 on probation

Refer A Friend £1000

Company pension scheme

PVG/SSSC costs covered

Home from home team

Job summary

CareTech Community Services in Stair, Mauchline is seeking a Residential Childcare Practitioner for Night shifts to support young people in a trauma-informed setting. You will help with daily routines, meals, homework and activities while building trusting relationships and ensuring a safe, supportive environment.

This role requires a full UK driving licence and offers a pay scale based on qualifications, with progression opportunities and a caring, team-based culture.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence essential
• Comfort using electronic care records daily
• Experience in childcare or supportive role preferred
• Ability to work in a trauma-informed, therapeutic setting

Responsibilities

• Support young people with daily routines, school/college prep and meals
• Encourage homework completion and engagement in activities
• Provide nurturing, consistent care and build trusting relationships
• Collaborate with colleagues and professionals to plan care
• Maintain records and contribute to care planning and risk assessments
• Participate in team meetings, training and reflective practice
• Assist with light housekeeping to maintain a warm home environment
• Promote independence and positive behaviour through therapy approaches

Skills

Empathy,warmth

Communication

Teamwork

Therapeutic approach

Tools

Care recording system

Job description

CareTech Community Services in Stair, Mauchline is seeking a Residential Childcare Practitioner for Night shifts to support young people in a trauma-informed setting. You will help with daily routines, meals, homework and activities while building trusting relationships and ensuring a safe, supportive environment.

This role requires a full UK driving licence and offers a pay scale based on qualifications, with progression opportunities and a caring, team-based culture.