Senior Residential Care Worker

Closeburn House; Closeburn; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health and social care provider is seeking a Senior Residential Care Worker to join their team at Closeburn House. With a focus on supporting young people, you will play a vital role in ensuring the wellbeing of residents through active engagement and professional care. You will oversee a team while managing household tasks and assist in their personal development. The role offers competitive pay and various benefits, making it a rewarding opportunity in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support services

Flexible Benefits Platform Vista

Qualifications

• HNC in Social Care and willingness to work toward an SVQ in SCQF 9 (Level 4).
• At least two years supervisory experience required.

Responsibilities

• Chaperoning occupants to appointments and activities.
• Administering medication and completing relevant paperwork.
• Leading, training, and developing support workers.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Passion for making a difference

Education

HNC in Social Care

SVQ in Social Services (Children and Young People) - SCQF 7 (Level 3)

Job description

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Senior Residential Care Worker, Closeburn

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Closeburn House

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Closeburn, United Kingdom

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Posted:

17.06.2025

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01.08.2025

Job Description:

Options Autism is recruiting Senior Residential Care Workers to join our teams within the Dumfriesshire area.

Location: Lochmaben, Dumfriesshire

Essential: A full driving licence, and the Right to Work in the UK

How we reward you

• Basic Salary: £27,783.60 per annum
• Sleep-ins paid at £45 per night
• ‘Journey to Management’ programme (all qualifications funded by us!)
• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to mental health support services and physical health checks

Options Autism offers market-leading benefits through our Flexible Benefits Platform Vista, including:

• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• Discount options in the UK and abroad at high street stores, cinemas, restaurants, and more
• Critical illness cover

The Opportunity

We seek a Senior Residential Care Worker with:

• Mandatory: HNC in Social Care, SVQ in Social Services (Children and Young People) - SCQF 7 (Level 3) or equivalent, and willingness to work toward an SVQ in Social Services (Children and Young People) - SCQF 9 (Level 4)
• At least two years supervisory experience
• A passion to make a difference in occupants’ lives

Some of your duties will include:

• Chaperoning occupants to appointments and activities
• Completing relevant paperwork
• Household tasks
• Administering medication
• Leading, training, and developing support workers
• Supporting the deputy manager in maintaining a skilled team

The Location

Closeburn House supports individuals aged 10-16 years and is based in Closeburn. Maben House supports ages 6-16 and is located in Lochmaben. Both are within commuting distance of Dumfries, Lockerbie, and surrounding areas. Both homes focus on building futures through support, skill development, and personal interests.

Your work will be challenging and rewarding, with a strong safeguarding culture that respects and involves individuals in decision-making.

Options Autism provides specialist education, care, and therapeutic services for individuals with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties, adopting a person-centred approach tailored to each individual’s needs.