Residential Childcare Practitioner

Caretech; Balfron; Sur place; GBP 28 000 - 33 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

£500 Welcome Bonus

Competitive pay

Résumé du poste

Spark of Genius Balfron is seeking compassionate staff to support young people with daily routines, homework, meals and activities in a warm, home-like setting. You will provide consistent, nurturing care, helping children who have experienced trauma to build trust and achieve positive outcomes.

Role requires a full UK driving licence; training and development are provided. Salary ranges from £27,976 to £33,259 per year depending on SVQ/HNC qualifications, with a probation period bonus.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates warmth, patience and active listening.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with young people.
• Willingness to develop and evidence therapeutic approaches.

Responsabilités

• Support daily routines: mornings, meals, homework and activities.
• Provide nurturing, therapeutic care to children who have faced trauma.
• Maintain records and contribute to care planning and risk assessments.
• Participate in team meetings, training and reflective practice sessions.
• Support inclusion of fun activities and trips in a warm home environment.

Connaissances

Empathy

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Driving licence

Description du poste

Location: Balfron Glasgow/Stirling G63 Scotland

£27,976 unqualified - £29,036 with an SVQ or HNC - £33,259 with SVQ and HNC per annum

A full UK driving licence is required and we are unable to offer sponsorship for this vacancy

With Spark of Genius, Every Second Counts

At Spark of Genius, you’re not just working - you’re shaping futures. Furthermore, every moment you spend with our young people helps them to feel safe, valued and supported.

A simple "How was your day?", a shared laugh over a board game or a TV show or encouragement during a tough moment, all 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 and how you are making a difference.

What will you do?

You will support young people with their daily routines, like ensuring they’re ready for school or college in the mornings, making sure homework is done ready for the next day, coming together at meal times, planning activities and encouraging hobbies and healthy pastimes. You will provide consistent, nurturing, and therapeutic care to our children and young people who have experienced trauma and adversity, building trusting relationships, supporting young people to achieve positive outcomes, and work collaboratively with colleagues and professionals to deliver high-quality, child-centred care.

• Ensure our children receive the highest level of support
• Support senior staff with timely updates
• Promote individuality NOT a "one size fits all" approach
• Promote independence, life skills, and positive behaviour through therapeutic approaches
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to care planning and risk assessments
• Be part of a warm, homely environment by helping with light housekeeping
• Build strong, meaningful relationships and provide emotional support
• Participate in team meetings, training, and reflective practice sessions
• Plan and join fun activities like trips to the park, popcorn & movie nights or creative projects

New staff 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. All staff are expected to confidently use digital systems as part of their day-to-day role.

A Little About This Home

Shian house is situated in the small village of Balfron, surrounded by striking scenery. The house itself is a spacious five-bedroom house consisting of a games room, quiet room, large lounge and dining area. The extensive garden area provides a range of opportunities for young people with a large enclosed space offering a large trampoline lowered into the ground, football goals and swings for the leisure of the young people. The garden also has raised beds used for growing our own vegetables which are then used by the young people and our cook in preparing meals for the house.

Shian’s main ethos is to provide a safe, caring, and nurturing environment for all young people whilst striving to achieve the best possible outcomes for everyone who lives with us, achieved by creating an inclusive, trauma informed environment where everyone can truly flourish.

Who are you?

We're looking for people who genuinely care and want to make that difference. You’ll need to be warm, patient, a great listener and be focused on achieving outcomes for others whilst taking pride in knowing you are helping to shape someone's life for the better. We need people who can evidence skills, knowledge and experiences to support young people who have been affected by trauma and may present or express their needs through emotional, social or behavioural distress.

• Previous experience is preferred or maybe you have cared for a friend or family member
• Demonstrate values that align with our therapeutic approach with a genuine desire to make a difference
• Desire to work towards SSSC qualifications and to develop and enhance your skills and knowledge
• Full UK driving licence is essential
• Open to ongoing development and learning with help from your supportive team
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and written
• Someone with the desire to take pride in helping others
• Competitive rates of pay
• £500 Welcome Bonus on completion of successful probation period