Residential Childrens Worker (Support Practitioner)

CrossReach; Port Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social care provider in Port Glasgow is seeking a compassionate individual to support children in care. You will help them with daily routines, ensuring they feel safe and valued. Candidates should have an HNC in Social Care, SVQ Level 3, and a full driving license. This role requires adherence to Christian ethos and offers generous benefits like a pension plan and health cash plan.

Benefits

Exclusive retail and leisure discounts

Generous contributory pension plan

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Health cash plan

Care concierge service

Qualifications

• Kind, patient, and compassionate approach.
• Ability to work within and uphold Christian Ethos.
• Member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme.

Responsibilities

• Support children through daily routines and care plans.
• Help young people feel safe and valued.
• Adapt to the needs of the young people with varying shifts.

Skills

HNC in Social Care

SVQ Level 3

Experience in care or education

Full manual driving licence

Education

HNC in Social Care

SVQ Level 3

Job description

Role Overview

Carraig View is tucked away in the heart of Port Glasgow with beautiful views over the Clyde, but it is what happens inside that really matters. Since opening our doors in 2021, we have been supporting children and young people to settle, grow, and find their place in the world. Whether it is through school, local clubs, or simple everyday routines, we are here to help young people build the confidence and skills they need to thrive.

At CrossReach, everyday moments like sharing a meal, playing a game or walking along the beach become powerful ways to build trust and brighten young lives.

Responsibilities

You’ll be part of a warm, community‑based team, working in small houses and supporting children through daily routines, emotional ups and downs, and care plans shaped just for them. Your role is to help them feel safe, valued, and ready to thrive again. The house works to a 3‑week rolling rota basis, meaning you will work a mixture of early and late shifts as well as weekly sleepover shifts, although these can change slightly depending on the needs of the young people at the time.

Qualifications and Experience

We’re ideally looking for someone with an HNC in Social Care and an SVQ Level 3, along with experience in care or education. A full manual driving licence is essential as outings are part of the job. Most importantly, we’re looking for someone with a kind, patient and compassionate approach, who truly wants to make a difference.

Requirements

As we do our work in Christ’s name this post requires you to have a Christian faith and be able to work within and uphold our Christian Ethos. This is an Occupational Requirement under Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010. You will also need to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme, undertake the necessary vetting checks, and be registered with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC). You must also hold the appropriate permission to work in the UK.

Benefits

• Access to a wide range of exclusive retail and leisure discounts through our rewards scheme and the Blue Light Discount card.
• Generous contributory pension plan and death in service benefit.
• Enhanced family‑friendly policies to balance work and family.
• Health cash plan providing cash‑back for a wide range of health treatments.
• Care concierge service to assist with life’s challenges.

Training & Development

We offer full training, a supportive team, and the chance to be part of something really meaningful. We also support your training and development, including a contribution to professional membership fees.

About CrossReach

CrossReach has been at forefront of high‑quality social care for over 150 years, providing loving care to people of all ages and supporting them to live life to the full whatever their circumstances. Today we are one of the largest social care providers in Scotland, with experience across a broad range of services. We are part of the Church of Scotland and aim to provide social care services and specialist resources in Christ’s name to further the caring work of the Church to people in challenging circumstances.

Application Process

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Contact

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