Senior Residential Childcare Worker
| Posting date: | 11 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £16.85 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 April 2026 |
| Location: | Coylton, KA7 1DR |
| Company: | Caretech |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 23383 |
Summary
Senior Residential Childcare Worker
Location: Coylton, KA6
Pay: £35,048 per annum
A full UK driving licence is required and we are not able 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 senior 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
As a senior childcare worker, you will support young people with their daily routines; Getting them ready for school, prepping for meal times and planning activities.
- Supervise and mentor a team of Support Workers
- Ensure our children receive the highest level of support
- Support home management team with timely updates
- Promote individuality NOT a "one size fits all" approach
- Monitoring of care plans and producing reports for the managers
- 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
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.
A Little About This Home
Woodside Farm is located in the rural village of Coylton in South Ayrshire, close to the seaside towns of Ayr and Prestwick. Our friendly team support our young people to develop strong and positive relationships, to look forward and not back and to prepare for the next steps as they grow.
We offer our young people support, acceptance, understanding and praise. It’s always a great pleasure when a former resident contacts us to update us on how they are getting on in their life and how well things have panned out for them. It is and always will be a privilege to have been a part of their journey.
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.
- You'll have 2 years experience in a similar role within children's residential
- Working Knowledge of legislation in relation to child care including National Care Standards and Child protection
- SVQ 3 Children & Young People
- Ability to undergo SVQ 4
- Full UK driving licence is essential
- Experience of supporting team members
- Excellent communication skills both verbally and written
- Ability to cover shifts flexibly
Why Join Us?
- Competitive rates of pay
- £500 Welcome Bonus on completion of successful probation period
- £1000 Refer A Friend scheme
- Support to progress within the company
- PVG cost covered by company
- A genuine home from home with a friendly team
Your Next Step
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.