Trauma-Informed Residential Childcare Practitioner

Cambian Group Plc; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£500 Welcome Bonus on completion of a

£1000 Refer A Friend scheme

Job summary

CareTech Community Services is seeking a Residential Childcare Practitioner in Scotland. You’ll support young people with daily routines, school readiness, and therapeutic care to help them feel safe and valued.

You’ll build trusting relationships and work with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, child-centred care. We value empathy, strong communication, and a commitment to ongoing development, including progression toward SSSC qualifications.

Qualifications

• Warm, patient and a great listener with ability to support young people in daily routines.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Full UK driving licence is essential; sponsorship cannot be provided.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with daily routines, e.g. mornings, school readiness, homework and meals.
• Provide consistent, nurturing, and therapeutic care to children who have experienced trauma.
• Build trusting relationships and work with colleagues to deliver high-quality child-centred care.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to care planning and risk assessments.
• Participate in team meetings, training, and reflective practice sessions.
• Plan and join activities and outings to support development and wellbeing.

Skills

Empathetic listener

Excellent communication

Full UK driving licence

Job description

CareTech Community Services is seeking a Residential Childcare Practitioner in Scotland. You’ll support young people with daily routines, school readiness, and therapeutic care to help them feel safe and valued.

You’ll build trusting relationships and work with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, child-centred care. We value empathy, strong communication, and a commitment to ongoing development, including progression toward SSSC qualifications.