Senior Residential Child Care Worker

Caretech; Ochiltree; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£500 Welcome Bonus on probation

£1000 Refer A Friend

PVG cost covered

Progress within the company

Home from home environment

Job summary

Netherton is a warm, welcoming cottage in Ochiltree. CareTech Community Services is seeking a Senior Residential Childcare Worker to support young people with daily routines, getting them ready for school and planning activities. You’ll help nurture trust and wellbeing in a home-like setting.

You will supervise a team of Support Workers, monitor care plans, provide emotional support, and promote individuality. The role emphasizes consistent safeguarding and compassionate care across shifts.

Qualifications

• 12 months experience within children's residential
• Knowledge of National Care Standards and Child protection
• SVQ 3 Children & Young People
• Ability to undertake an SVQ 4
• Full UK driving licence
• Experience of supporting team members
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and written
• Ability to cover shifts flexibly

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team support experience

Flexibility with shifts

Education

SVQ 3 Children & Young People

SVQ 4 (to undertake)

Full UK driving licence

Job 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.

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.

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