Senior Support Worker

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.

Location:

Kilwinning

Contract:

Full Time
Role Type:
Permanent
Working hours per week: 40
Salary: £35,048 per annum
Closing Date:
Friday 13 March 2026

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 Spark of Genius, you’re not just working – you’re shaping futures. As a Support Worker based in Coylton, every moment you spend with our young people helps them feel safe, valued and supported.

• Support young people with their daily routines; getting them ready for school, prepping for meal times and planning activities.
• 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.
• Support the management team with paperwork, interviews and running the home.

• Warm, patient, a great listener and encourager – focused on achieving outcomes for others.
• Experience in Support Worker or Senior Support Worker position.
• A HNC in Social Services and SVQ 3 in Social Services/Children and Education/Health and Social Care.
• New staff must be comfortable using an electronic care recording system daily to document, monitor and update children and young people’s records accurately. Experience with Clearcare is an advantage but not essential.

• £500 Welcome Bonus
• £1000 Refer a Friend Bonus
• Full-time contract + Paid Induction
• Free PVG check + Ongoing Training

• Therapeutic Crisis Intervention
• Attachment & Trauma
• Relax Kids & more

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!

Care Tech 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.