Senior Residential Childcare Worker
Location: Castle Douglas
Pay: GBP 28,645.50 to GBP 29,464.50 PLUS GBP 67.50 per sleep:in, expect 10 sleeps per month gives an additional GBP 8000+ over the year
Extraordinary Days Every Day
Are you ready for a role that truly makes a difference? If so, apply today and make this year the start of something amazing.
We welcome applicants with and without experience and from backgrounds such as education, youth work, childcare, healthcare, social care, learning disabilities, SEN and community services
At ACAD, youre not just working : youre shaping futures, furthermore as a Senior Support Worker, based within Castle Douglas, 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 Youll Do
As a Senior Support Worker, you will support young people with their daily routines; Getting them ready for school, prepping for meal times and planning activities.
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 and movie nights or creative projects. Keep essential records to ensure the best possible care.
Where Youll Do It
Torrs is made up of 5 individual homes, which are registered to support 9 young people. We focus on activities that promote the health and wellbeing of our young people, guiding them through the next stages in their life and being a safe space for them to express themselves.
Who You Are
Warm, patient, a great listener and encourager : focused on achieving outcomes for others. No prior experience? No problem If you have the passion, well provide the training.
Why Join Us?
GBP 500 Welcome Bonus GBP 1000 Refer a Friend Bonus Full:time contract + Paid Induction Free PVG check + Ongoing Training Career development with specialist training: Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Attachment and Trauma Relax Kids and more
Your Next Step
This isnt just a job : its a chance to change lives, one extraordinary day at a time.
Join us and be part of something meaningful. Apply today
New staff must be comfortable using an electronic care recording system on a daily basis to document, monitor, and update children and young peoples 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.
Safeguarding Statement
CareTech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS/PVG check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.