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

Benefits offered by this job

OTE £38,160

Flexible shift pattern

Fully paid induction

Training provided

Job summary

CareTech Dumfries is seeking a dedicated support worker to assist young people with daily routines, school preparation and meaningful activities in a warm home setting.

You will provide emotional support, build trust, and help with light housekeeping while recording care activities electronically. Training is provided and a full induction accompanies a flexible, full-time schedule.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; training provided.
• Comfortable using electronic care records daily.
• Able to work flexible shifts and support young people.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with daily routines and getting ready for school.
• Create a warm environment with light housekeeping.
• Plan activities and join trips, creative projects and events.
• Keep essential records and document care using an electronic system.
• Build strong relationships and provide emotional support.

Skills

Empathy

Active listening

Teamwork

Adaptability

Tools

Electronic care records

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


• You must be comfortable using an electronic care recording system on a daily basis to document, monitor, and update children and young people’s records accurately.

Where You'll Do It

Annie's is a beautiful 3 bed residential home in Dumfries, which is registered to support 3 young people. We focus on activities that promote the health and wellbeing of our young people, guiding them through the next stages in their life and being a safe space for them to express themselves.

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 fully paid induction


• Career development with specialist training


• Exclusive discounts at major retailers.


• 24/7 support helpline


• 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.

Join us and be part of something meaningful.

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.