Residential Childcare Worker
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Occupation Type
Care workers and home carers
Occupation Code Skill LevelMedium Skilled - Specific Roles Only
Sponsorship Salary Threshold
£33,400
(£17.13 per hour)
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Description
Location
Balfron
Contract
Full Time
Role Type
Permanent
Working hours per week
40
Salary
£26,312 unqualified - £27,996 with an SVQ or HNC - £32,219 with SVQ and HNC per annum
Closing Date
Friday 27 March 2026
Residential Childcare Worker
Location: Balfron Glasgow/Stirling G63 Scotland
£26,312 unqualified - £27,996 with an SVQ or HNC - £32,219 with SVQ and HNC per annum
A full UK driving licence is required and we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
Extraordinary Days Every Day
At Spark of Genius, you’re not just working - you’re shaping futures. Furthermore as a residential childcare 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
New staff must be comfortable using an electronic care recording system on a daily basis to document, monitor, and update children and young people’s 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.
As a residential childcare worker you will support young people with their daily routines; Getting them ready for school, prepping for meal times and planning activities.
Balfron
Contract
Full Time
Role Type
Permanent
Working hours per week
40
Salary
£26,312 unqualified - £27,996 with an SVQ or HNC - £32,219 with SVQ and HNC per annum
Closing Date
Friday 27 March 2026
Residential Childcare Worker
Location: Balfron Glasgow/Stirling G63 Scotland
£26,312 unqualified - £27,996 with an SVQ or HNC - £32,219 with SVQ and HNC per annum
A full UK driving licence is required and we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
Extraordinary Days Every Day
At Spark of Genius, you’re not just working - you’re shaping futures. Furthermore as a residential childcare 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
New staff must be comfortable using an electronic care recording system on a daily basis to document, monitor, and update children and young people’s 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.
As a residential childcare worker you will support young people with their daily routines; Getting them ready for school, prepping for meal times and planning activities.
- Ensure our children receive the highest level of support
- Support senior staff with timely updates
- Promote individuality NOT a "one size fits all" approach
- Complete and update care plans regularly, updating with any additional requirements
Shian house is situated in the small village of Balfron, surrounded by striking scenery. The house itself is a spacious five-bedroom house consisting of a games room, quiet room, large lounge and dining area. The extensive garden area provides a range of opportunities for young people with a large enclosed space offering a large trampoline lowered into the ground, football goals and swings for the leisure of the young people. The garden also has raised beds used for growing our own vegetables which are then used by the young people and our cook in preparing meals for the house.
Shian’s main ethos is to provide a safe, caring, and nurturing environment for all young people whilst striving to achieve the best possible outcomes for everyone who lives with us, achieved by creating an inclusive, trauma informed environment where everyone can truly flourish.
Who Are You
We're looking for people who genuinely care and want to make that difference. Warm, patient, a great listener and encourager - focused on achieving outcomes for others. Taking pride in knowing you are helping to shape someone's life for the better.
- Previous experience is preferred or maybe you have cared for a friend or family member
- Ability to work towards SSSC qualifications
- Manual UK driving licence is essential
- Open to ongoing development and learning with help from your friendly team
- Excellent communication skills both verbally and written
- Someone with the desire to take pride in helping others
- Competitive rates of pay
- £500 Welcome Bonus on completion of successful probation period
Simply use the Apply Now button and we will be in touch with you soon.
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 DBS/PVG check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.
Job Description
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