Youth Residential Care Worker (2 on 4 off, Sleep‑Ins)

Applied Care and Development; Dumfries; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome bonus

Refer a Friend bonus

Flexible shift patterns

Fully paid induction

Career development with funded courses

PVG membership paid

Job summary

CareTech Community Services in Dumfries is seeking a Residential Childcare Worker to support young people in a 3-bed residential home. The role includes day shifts with overnight sleep-ins, fostering a safe, supportive environment and building trust through everyday interactions.

The position offers a 2 on, 4 off rotation, with a base plus sleep-in allowances. There are opportunities for career development and funded qualifications as part of ongoing professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children, young people or families is preferred.
• Comfortable in a residential care setting and with shift patterns including sleep-ins.
• Full UK manual driving licence is required; sponsorship not available.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with daily routines, school prep, meals, appointments and activities.
• Build strong, meaningful relationships and provide emotional support to help break down barriers.
• Plan and join in with activities, trips to the park, movie nights, or creative projects.
• Help create a warm, homely environment with light housekeeping when children are out/engaged.
• Keep essential records up to date and share ideas with colleagues.

Skills

Warmth

Patience

Active listening

Communication

Job description

CareTech Community Services in Dumfries is seeking a Residential Childcare Worker to support young people in a 3-bed residential home. The role includes day shifts with overnight sleep-ins, fostering a safe, supportive environment and building trust through everyday interactions.

The position offers a 2 on, 4 off rotation, with a base plus sleep-in allowances. There are opportunities for career development and funded qualifications as part of ongoing professional growth.