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Residential Childcare Practitioner

Residential Childcare Practitioner

CareTech Group • Dumfries, UK
19 days ago
Salary
£26,227.00 yearly
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Role: Residential Childcare Worker

Location: Dunscore

Shifts: 2 on & 4 off with overnight sleep-ins.

Pay: £26,227- £26,617 plus £67.50 per sleep-in, expect 10 sleeps per month gives an additional £8000+ over the year. OTE £34,617

A full UK Manual driving licence is required and we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

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, you’re not just working, you’re shaping futures, furthermore as a support worker 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 You’ll Do

As a residential support worker you will support young people with their daily routines, such as getting them ready for school, prepping for meal times and planning activities. You will also:

  • 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 & movie nights or creative projects
  • Keep essential records to ensure the best possible care.

Where You’ll Do It

Wallace Hall is a beautiful home in Dunscore, that is registered to support 6 young people. Our home is made up of 'The main house' and 'The Annexe' with beautiful grounds for the young people to enjoy.

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, we’ll provide the training.

Why Join Us?

  • £500 Welcome Bonus
  • £1000 Refer a Friend Bonus
  • Full-time contract + Paid Induction
  • Career development with specialist training
  • 24/7 support helpline
  • Hardship grants via the CareTech Foundation.

Your Next Step

This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to change lives, one extraordinary day at a time.

Join us and be part of something meaningful. Apply today.

Safeguarding Statement

CareTech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced PVG check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.

CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a Disability Confident Leader.

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