Residential Support Worker
Quick answer
Action for Children is hiring a part-time Residential Support Worker in Kilbarchan, Scotland, paying £26,000- £28,100 per annum to support disabled children overnight.
- Role
- Residential Support Worker
- Organization
- Action for Children
- Location
- Kilbarchan, Renfrewshire, Scotland
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- £26,000- £28,100 per annum/ pro rata
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
- Apply by
- 2026-11-04
The role
Action for Children is seeking a Residential Support Worker to provide overnight support to children with disabilities in Kilbarchan, Scotland. The role involves creating a safe and supportive environment, managing case plans, and supporting children's health and wellbeing.
What you'll do
- Provide support in case/care planning management
- Co-ordinate responsibilities within the service
- Support children to achieve positive outcomes
- Adopt approaches in line with The Promise
- Assist children in all aspects of their care
- Support children's health and wellbeing
What it takes
- Demonstrable experience in a care setting
- Application of a range of techniques to co-ordinate and communicate with service users and their families
- Safeguarding knowledge
- Excellent communication skills
- Higher National Certificate in Social Care (or recognised equivalent)
- SVQ3 in Social Care – Children and Young People
What you'll bring
How we treat you
29 days annual leave, professional qualifications, training/development opportunities, flexible leave, pension with employer contribution, life assurance, staff discounts, Blue Light Card eligibility
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Kilbarchan, Renfrewshire, Scotland.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is £26,000- £28,100 per annum/ pro rata.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include experience in a care setting, safeguarding knowledge, and excellent communication skills.
How do I apply?
Applications can be submitted by contacting Jessica Jarvis at [email protected] quoting reference 13859.
Are there any remote work options?
The job is on-site and not remote eligible.
How to apply
Apply directly on Action for Children's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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