Residential care worker

Job Description

Join Our Passionate Team and Make a Difference in the Lives of Young People

Position: Senior Residential Child Care Worker – Day & Night Shift

Location: Pathhead Midlothian

Company: Acorn Scotland Ltd

Job Type: Full-time / Sessional

Salary: Salary Scale from £39500 - £32500 + Benefits

About Us:

At Acorn Scotland, we are a new forward-thinking residential care company. Our team is dedicated to supporting and transforming lives of children and young people and we believe in using a bespoke nurturing, caring, encouraging and supportive approach. We use various methods including therapeutic support methods tailored to each individual’s needs.

Our passion is in providing individualized care that empowers our children and young people to live with dignity, independence, and a sense of purpose. As we grow, we are looking for committed and enthusiastic people to join our team in creating a safe, loving nurturing, and positive environment for those in our care.

We believe in the power of a therapeutic approach to care, where emotional and mental well-being are just as important as physical health. Our mission is to provide the highest standard of care while promoting well-being, independence, and personal growth for each individual we support, and celebrate each milestone no matter how big or small.

We know and value the importance of each and every one of our team members make to the success of our organisation.

What We Offer:

• A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative team environment
• Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development
• Competitive salary with opportunities for advancement
• A fulfilling role where you can truly make a difference
• Rolling rota for predictability and to support work-life balance
• Employee discount scheme which offers staff access to thousands of offers and discounts

What We're Looking For:

We are looking for caring, compassionate and motivated individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact to the lives of children and young people. Whether you have experience in care or are new to the sector, we provide all the training you need to succeed. If you have a natural ability to connect with people, a desire to learn, and a commitment to helping others reach their full potential, with previous residential child care experience we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• To support the House Manager to implement and develop the aims and objectives of the service in consultation with senior management.
• To lead in creating a warm and welcoming environment with care and compassion that fosters well-being and comfort for all
• To manage handovers and coordinate the house plans in a way that ensures effective running of the service.
• Provide high-quality, person-centred care to our children and young people in a therapeutic residential setting
• To have an up to date working knowledge of the organisations policies and procedures and role model their delivery.
• To support the house manager in monitoring and responding to understanding and compliance of policies.
• Build and maintain meaningful relationships with children and young people to understand and cater their individual needs
• Assist with daily living activities, including meals, medication, and potentially personal care
• Participate and grow with our regular training and personal development opportunities
• To mentor and coach staff team members, Provide support and supervision to staff when required.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety and regulatory standards
• Contribute to development and growth of our team, managing staff team meetings.
• To represent Acorn Scotland within professional meetings.
• To support in rota management during absences and or when requested by the house manager.
• To support in managing the service expenditure and operating within budgets.

Key Skills and Qualities:

• Compassionate, patient, and empathetic nature
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to lead a team effectively
• A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn
• Previous experience in care
• Flexibility to adapt to changing needs and requirements
• A commitment to maintaining a high standard of care and respecting children and young people’s dignity
• Ability to make decisions under pressure and justify any actions taken.

Why Join Us?

At Acorn Scotland, we believe our staff are our greatest asset. When you join us, you’ll be part of a team that is deeply committed and passionate to making a positive difference in the lives of others. You’ll also have the opportunity to grow and develop within a dynamic, supportive organization that values your contribution.

If you are ready to be part of something special and help us shape the future of care, we would love to hear from you!