Waking Night Support Worker

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

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a friend bonus £1000

Full-time contract + Paid induction

Career development with specialist培训

Job summary

CareTech Group is seeking a dedicated residential childcare worker in Dalry, North Ayrshire. You will support young people with daily routines, provide emotional support, and help create a warm home environment while engaging in planned activities.

We value ASN experience and backgrounds in education, youth work, healthcare, social care, or community services. Full-time with induction and ongoing training, plus a £1000 refer-a-friend bonus, await the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Warm, patient and a great listener focused on outcomes for others.
• Experience with Autism, ASN or early years intervention is needed for this role
• Must be comfortable using an electronic care recording system daily; training provided, experience with Clearcare is an advantage

Responsibilities

• Support young people with daily routines (getting ready for school, meal prep) and planning activities.
• Create a warm, homely environment with light housekeeping.
• Build strong relationships and provide emotional support.
• Plan and join activities like trips to the park, popcorn & movie nights, or creative projects.
• Keep essential records and document, monitor, and update records using digital systems

Skills

Warm personality

Active listening

Emotional support

Tools

Clearcare

Job description

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?

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?

• £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.