Residential Childcare Worker

Cambian Group Plc; Elderslie; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome bonus

Refer a friend

PVG/SSSC costs covered

Home from home

Competitive pay

Job summary

Spark of Genius is seeking a Residential Childcare Worker to support young people at Brandy Burn in Elderslie, Renfrewshire. You will help with daily routines, school preparation and activity planning in a nurturing home environment.

Experience is preferred and a full UK driving licence is essential. Training will be provided, and staff are encouraged to develop professionally within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Previous care experience preferred; or caring for a friend/family member.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Open to ongoing development with help from your friendly team.
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and written.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with daily routines and activities.
• Complete and update care plans regularly.
• Be part of a warm, homely environment with light housekeeping.
• Plan and join activities like trips to the park and movie nights.
• Provide emotional support and build trust.
• Use electronic care recording system daily; Clearcare experience is advantageous.

Skills

Driving licence

Empathy

Communication skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

SSSC qualifications

Job description

Residential Childcare Worker

Location: Elderslie, Renfrewshire PA5

Pay: £26,312 unqualified -£27,996 with an SVQ or HNC -£31,470 with 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 You'll 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

Brandy Burn is located on the outskirts of Elderslie in the historic county of Renfrewshire. This idyllic property has been renovated to a high standardoffering a safe and stimulating environment for our young people to grow, heal and thrive.

Brandy Burn caters for placements for male & female with a wide range of diverse backgrounds and care needs. The house is large and spacious with one downstairs bedroom with a separate bathroom, four bedrooms upstairs, two of which include en-suite facilities.

The home has an experienced trauma informed team and has an excellent record of care and support through meeting the needs of each of their young people. Demonstrating a clear understanding in creating a therapeutic environment with caring and developmental relationships allowing each young person to thrive and achieve to the best of their abilities.

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

Why Join Us?

• Competitive rates of pay
• £500 Welcome Bonus on completion of successful probation period
• £1000 Refer A Friend scheme
• Support to progress within the company
• PVG / SSSC costs covered by company
• A genuine home from home with a friendly team

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.