Residential Childcare Worker

Job Description
Qualifications, skills, and all relevant experience needed for this role can be found in the full description below.

Residential Childcare Worker

Location: Kilwinning

Pay: £27,352 to £32,510.40 depending on experience and qualifications

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 from backgrounds such as education, youth work, childcare, healthcare, social care, learning disabilities, SEN and community services.

At Spark of Genius, you’re not just working - you’re shaping futures, furthermore as a support worker, based in Kilwinning; 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 support worker, you will support young people with their daily routines; 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.
• 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.

Who You Are

Warm, patient, a great listener and encourager - focused on achieving outcomes for others. 

Experience in childcare, ASN or support work would really benefit our young people.

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 and 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. xehkeey All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS/PVG check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.