Senior Residential Child Care Worker

Caretech; Cumnock; Presencial; GBP 32 000 - 40 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Welcome bonus

Refer a friend bonus

PVG cost covered

Resumo da oferta

CareTech in Ochiltree is seeking a Senior Residential Childcare Worker to support young people with daily routines, school prep, and activity planning. You will supervise a team of Support Workers and help create a warm, safe home environment.

The role requires SVQ 3, SVQ 4 progression, a full UK driving licence, and at least 12 months' experience in children's residential care; we offer a generous salary, bonus schemes, and development opportunities.

Qualificações

• 12+ months experience in children's residential care.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• SVQ 3 in Children & Young People required; SVQ 4 is a plus.
• Commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.

Responsabilidades

• Supervise and mentor a team of Support Workers.
• Deliver high-quality support to children and young people.
• Maintain up-to-date care plans and produce reports for managers.
• Support home management with timely updates.

Conhecimentos

Excellent communication

Flexible shifts

Team mentoring

Full UK driving licence

Formação académica

SVQ 3 Children & Young People

SVQ 4 progression

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Role Description

Role: Senior Residential Childcare Worker
Location: Ochiltree
Pay: £36,088 per annum
Extraordinary Days Every Day
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.

Where You’ll Do It

Netherton is a warm, welcoming cottage in Ochiltree. What makes our home truly unique is the atmosphere it’s not just a place to live, it’s a place to belong. Built with love and filled with care, it’s designed to be homely, not clinical. Despite their challenges, the children we support bring so much joy, curiosity, and energy into our home. It’s a privilege to be part of their journey and to witness their growth, progress, and unique ways of expressing themselves. They inspire us every day with their resilience and remind us why this work matters. As a team we communicate openly, reflect together, and support one another through both the highs and the challenges. Each staff member brings their own skills and personality, but we’re united by shared values compassion, consistency, and respect.

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
• Working knowledge of legislation in relation to child care including National Care Standards and Child protection
• SVQ 3 Children & Young People
• Ability to undertake an 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.

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. CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a Disability Confident Leader.

Closing date: 26 November 2026