Senior Residential Child Care Worker

Cambian Group Plc; Ayr; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome Bonus

Refer a Friend

PVG cost covered

Career progression

Job summary

Woodside Farm in Coylton, South Ayrshire is seeking a Senior Residential Childcare Worker to support young people with daily routines, school prep, meals, and activities.

You will supervise a team of Support Workers, monitor care plans, and log records using our electronic care system. A full UK driving licence is required and PVG clearance is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months experience in children's residential settings.
• Experience supporting young people with ASD/ASN is preferred.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and care standards for children.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor a team of Support Workers.
• Ensure children receive the highest level of support.
• Support home management with timely updates.
• Promote individuality and a person-centred approach.
• Monitor care plans and produce manager reports.
• Create a warm, homely environment with light housekeeping.
• Build strong relationships and provide emotional support.
• Plan and join activities and trips.

Skills

Residential care experience

ASD/ASN experience

SVQ 3 Children & Young People

Driving licence

Team leadership

Communication skills

Job description

Senior Residential Childcare Worker

Location: Coylton, Ayr KA6

Pay:£36,088 per annum

A full UK driving licence is required and we are not able to offer sponsorship for this role.

Every Second Counts

At Spark of Genius, you’re not just working - you’re shaping futures. Furthermore as a Senior 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 Senior Support Worker you will support young people with their daily routines; Getting them ready for school, prepping for meal times and planning activities.

• Supervise and mentor a team of Support Workers
• Ensure our children receive the highest level of support
• Support home management team with timely updates
• Promote individuality NOT a "one size fits all" approach
• Monitoring of care plans and producing reports for the managers
• Create 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. 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.

• You’ll have at least 12 months experience within children’s residential
• Previous experience of working with young people around ASD, ASN
• Working Knowledge of legislation in relation to child care including National Care Standards and Child protection
• SVQ 3 Children & Young People
• Ability to undergo SVQ 4
• Full UK driving licence is essential
• Experience of supporting team members
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and written
• Ability to cover shifts flexibly

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 cost covered by company
• A genuine home from home with a friendly team

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