Residential Childcare Worker

Caretech; Coylton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome bonus

PVG/SSSC costs covered

Full training provided

Job summary

CareTech’s Woodside Farm in Coylton, South Ayrshire, is seeking a children's residential support worker to help young people with daily routines, school prep, meals and activities within a warm, home‑like environment.

You’ll document progress using an electronic care system (experience with Clearcare helpful), join a supportive team, and have opportunities to progress with training and DBS/PVG checks. A driving licence is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in care setting preferred
• Willing to pursue SSSC qualifications
• Full UK driving licence essential
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Driven to help others and build relationships

Responsibilities

• Support young people with daily routines and school prep
• Plan activities and outings with the team
• Update care plans regularly
• Assist with light housekeeping
• Provide emotional support and build trust with youths

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Education

SSSC qualifications

Job description

Pay: £27,976 unqualified -£29,036 with an SVQ or HNC -£32,510 with both SVQ & HNC

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

Every Second Counts

At Spark of Genius, you’re not just working - you’re shaping futures. Furthermore as a support worker 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 will you do?

As a children's residential support worker you will support young people with their daily routines; Getting them ready for school, prepping for meal times and planning activities.

• Ensure our children receive the highest level of support


• Support senior staff with timely updates


• Promote individuality NOT a \\"one size fits all\\" approach


• Complete and update care plans regularly, updating with any additional requirements


• Be part of 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

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. Experience with Clearcare is an advantage, but not essential, as full training will be provided. However, all staff are expected to confidently use digital systems as part of their day-to-day role.

A little about this home

Woodside Farm is located in the rural village of Coylton in South Ayrshire, close to the seaside towns of Ayr and Prestwick. Our friendly team support our young people to develop strong and positive relationships, to look forward and not back and to prepare for the next steps as they grow.

We offer our young people support, acceptance, understanding and praise. It’s always a great pleasure when a former resident contacts us to update us on how they are getting on in their life and how well things have panned out for them. It is and always will be a privilege to have been a part of their journey.

Who are you?

We're looking for people who genuinely care and want to make that difference. Warm, patient, a great listener and encourager - focused on achieving outcomes for others. Taking pride in knowing you are helping to shape someone's life for the better.

• Previous experience is preferred or maybe you have cared for a friend or family member


• Desire to work towards SSSC qualifications


• Full UK driving licence is essential


• Open to ongoing development and learning with help from your friendly 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


• Support to progress within the company


• PVG / SSSC costs covered by company


• A genuine home from home with a friendly team

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 DBS/PVG check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.