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Caretech; Lockerbie; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a friend bonus

Flexible shifts

Full-time contract

Induction paid

Career development

Retail discounts

24/7 support

Job summary

CareTech is recruiting a dedicated support worker for Cushathill, near Dumfries. You will help young people with daily routines, school preparations and engaging activities in a warm, home-like setting.

No prior experience? Training is provided. The role offers a full-time contract with a flexible shift pattern and a strong focus on safeguarding and care outcomes for vulnerable youths.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required.
• Background in education, youth work, childcare, healthcare, social care, learning disabilities, SEN or community services welcome.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with daily routines and getting ready for school.
• Assist with light housekeeping to create a warm home environment.
• Plan and join activities like trips to the park, movie nights, and creative projects.
• Keep essential records to ensure the best possible care.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Patience

Teamwork

Job description

Pay:£26,227 to £30,160 plus £67.50 per sleep-in, expect 10 sleeps per month gives an additional £8000+ over the year -OTE£38,160

Extraordinary Days Every Day

Are you ready for a role that truly makes a difference?

We welcome applicants with and without experience and from backgrounds such as education, youth work, childcare, healthcare, social care, learning disabilities, SEN and community services.

At ACAD, you’re not just working - you’re shaping futures, furthermore as a support worker, based within Dumfries, every moment you spend with our young people helps them feel safe, valued and supported.

A simple "How was your day?", a shared laugh over a board game or encouragement during a tough moment, these small interactions build trust and shape lives. Some days will be challenging but every breakthrough, every smile and every step forward will remind you why this work truly matters.

What You’ll Do

As a support worker, you will support young people with their daily routines, getting them ready for school, prepping for meal times and planning activities. You will also:

• Create a warm, homely environment by helping with light housekeeping


• Build strong, meaningful relationships and provide emotional support


• Plan and join fun activities like trips to the park, popcorn & movie nights or creative projects


• Keep essential records to ensure the best possible care.

Where You'll Do It

Cushathill is a beautiful, warm home nestled on the outskirts of Dumfries and Galloway. We are registered to support 4 young people. We have refurbished our home in order to provide the best facilities to support our young people, including new kitchen and open plan dining. We support children who have experienced trauma, have learning disabilities or display challenging behaviours.

Who You Are

Warm, patient, a great listener and encourager, focused on achieving outcomes for others.

No prior experience? No problem! If you have the passion, we’ll provide the training.

Why Join Us?

• £1000 Refer a Friend bonus


• Flexible shift pattern of 2 on 4 off


• Full-time contract and a fully paid Induction


• Career development with specialist training


• Exclusive discounts at major retailers


• 24/ 7 support: Helpline and hardship grants via the CareTech Foundation.

Your Next Step

This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to change lives, one extraordinary day at a time.

Safeguarding Statement

CareTech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced PVG check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.

CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a Disability Confident Leader.