Waking Night Support Worker

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

Benefits offered by this job

£500 Welcome Bonus

£1000 Refer a Friend Bonus

Full-time contract + Paid Induction

Job summary

Spark of Genius in Dalry, North Ayrshire is seeking an ASN Residential Childcare Worker for night shifts. You will support young people in daily routines, encourage learning, and build trusting relationships in a warm, homely environment.

Experience with Autism or ASN and backgrounds in education, youth work, or care are valued. Full-time contract with induction, and generous bonuses are offered to join the team.

Qualifications

• Experience with Autism, ASN or early years intervention is needed for this role.
• Backgrounds such as education, youth work, childcare, healthcare, social care, learning disabilities, SEN and community services are relevant.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with daily routines such as getting ready for school and meal times.
• Plan and join activities and outings to engage and socialise.
• Build warm, meaningful relationships and provide emotional support.
• Keep essential records and document care using digital systems; Clearcare experience is an advantage.

Skills

ASN experience

Education background

Youth work

Childcare experience

Healthcare background

Social care background

Tools

Clearcare

Job description

Role: ASN Residential Childcare Worker - Nights

Location: Dalry,North Ayrshire

Pay:£27,976 to £32,510 depending on experience and qualifications

Extraordinary Days Every Day

Are you ready for role that truly makes a difference? Make this year the start of something amazing.

We are looking for applicants with ASN experience and from backgrounds such as education, youth work, childcare, healthcare, social care, learning disabilities, SEN and community services

At Spark of Genius, you’re not just working - you’re shaping futures, furthermore as a residential childcare worker, based in Dalry, 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 You’ll Do

As a residential childcare worker, you will support young people with their daily routines; Getting them ready for school, prepping for meal times and planning activities. You will also:

• 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.
• Keep essential records to ensure the best possible care.
• 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. Experience with Clearcare is an advantage, but not essential, as full training will be provided. However, all staff are expected to confidently use digital systems as part of their day-to-day role.

Who You Are

Warm, patient, a great listener and encourager - focused on achieving outcomes for others.

Experience with Autism, ASN or early years intervention is needed for this role

Why Join Us?

• £500 Welcome Bonus
• £1000 Refer a Friend Bonus
• Full-time contract + Paid Induction
• Career development with specialist training
• 24/7 support: Helpline and hardship grants via the CareTech Foundation.

Your Next Step

This isn’t just a job - it’s a chance to change lives, one extraordinary day at a time.

Join us and be part of something meaningful.

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.