Senior Residential Childcare Practitioner

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, based within Dumfries, 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.

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.

Cushathill is a beautiful, warm home nestled on the outskirts of Dumfries and Galloway. We are registered to support 4 young people. We have refurbished our home in order to provide the best facilities to support our young people, including new kitchen and open plan dining. We support children who have experienced trauma, have learning disabilities or display challenging behaviours.

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.

• £500 Welcome bonus
• £1000 Refer a Friend bonus
• Flexible shift pattern of 2 on 4 off
• Full-time contract and a fully paid Induction
• Career development with specialist training
• Exclusive discounts at major retailers
• 24/7 support helpline
• Hardship grants via the Care Tech Foundation.

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

Care Tech 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.

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