Job Title: Residential Child Care Worker
Location:
Ayr, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
190f1bfa5987
Job Views:
24
Posted:
12.07.2025
Expiry Date:
26.08.2025
Job Description:
About us: Spark of Genius is one of Scotland’s largest residential child care providers, delivering high-quality care for over 25 years. Part of the UK-wide CareTech family, we are committed to meeting each child's individual needs.
This role offers the opportunity to work with a dedicated, trauma-informed team, directly supporting young people with complex needs related to their life experiences and childhood adversity.
Responsibilities include:
* Working positively and respectfully with young people to promote relationships and achievements.
* Collaborating with a team to address social, emotional, educational, and mental health needs.
* Encouraging participation of young people in domestic tasks to develop self-care skills.
* Writing review reports, risk assessments, and contributing to care plans.
* liaising with parents and partner agencies to ensure the best interests of the young people.
Requirements:
* SSSC conditions for Residential Child Care Worker fully met (e.g., SVQ 3 in Social Services (Children and Young People) or HNC/Academic equivalent).
* Starting SVQ 4 in Children and Young People or a practice qualification in management.
* At least 2 years' experience as a Residential Child Care Worker or related field with 1 year in childcare.
* High standards of reporting and recording.
* Experience in mentoring roles.
* Proven initiative and communication skills.
* Category or equivalent meeting SSSC requirements.
Training and Benefits:
* Paid induction and specialist training programs, including therapeutic crisis intervention, child protection, attachment and trauma, and e-learning modules.
* Full-time contract with competitive pay.
* Benefits include PVG check coverage, pension scheme, free training, and bonuses (£1000 Recommend A Friend, £500 Welcome Bonus).
Additional Information:
All Residential Childcare Workers must undergo a PVG check by Disclosure Scotland before starting, which CareTech will cover.
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