Overview
Residential Childcare Team Leader – CareTech
Location: Lockerbie
Contract: Permanent
Working hours per week: 37.5
Salary: £27,670 to £28,489 per annum PLUS £67.50 per Sleep-in, expect 10 sleeps per month gives an additional £8000+ over the year
Closing Date: Monday 29 September 2025
What We’re Looking For
This is a senior role so you do need to have previous experience within children’s support services.
* A minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Residential Child Support/Care Worker
* Good written and verbal communication skills
* HNC Social Care and SVQ 3 qualifications
* Ability to work towards completion of SVQ 4
* A sound understanding of childcare theory and interventions
* Working knowledge of childcare related legislation, health and social care standards and national guidelines.
* Full UK manual driving licence
What We Offer
We’ll invest in you as much as you invest in the children you support. Here’s what you’ll get:
* Full induction and specialist training
* Support to gain professional qualifications (SVQ4)
* Competitive salary plus sleepover allowance
* £500 Welcome Bonus paid on successful completion of probation
* £1000 Refer A Friend scheme
* Permanent, full-time contract for job security
* Access to employee assistance programme and pension scheme
* Ongoing career development and progression opportunities
We’ll also cover the cost of your PVG check with Disclosure Scotland and support you to register with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).
Responsibilities & Role Details
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What you’ll do includes supporting a team, ensuring care standards are met, and contributing to a safe, nurturing environment for children and young people who cannot live with their families.
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