Residential Support Worker
Quick answer
Action for Children is hiring a Residential Support Worker in Kilbarchan, Scotland, paying £26,000-£28,100 per annum, for a full-time, permanent position.
- Role
- Residential Support Worker
- Organization
- Action for Children
- Location
- Kilbarchan, Renfrewshire, Scotland
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- £26,000- £28,100 per annum
- Category
- Programs & Operations
- Apply by
- 2026-10-01
The role
Join Action for Children as a Residential Support Worker at Renfrewshire Short Breaks, LoomWalk in Kilbarchan, Scotland. This role involves providing care and support to disabled children and young people, ensuring their safety and well-being, and assisting with their health and development.
What you'll do
- Provide lead case/care planning management
- Coordinate responsibilities within the service
- Support children to achieve positive outcomes
- Assist with all aspects of children's care
- Support children's health and wellbeing
- Attend professional meetings and court work
What it takes
- Demonstrable experience in a care setting
- Ability to develop positive relationships through trust
- Experience with disabled children and young people
- Safeguarding knowledge
- Excellent communication skills
- Higher National Certificate in Social Care or SVQ3 in Social Care – Children and Young People
What you'll bring
How we treat you
29 days annual leave, professional qualifications and training, flexible leave packages, pension with employer contribution, 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.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include experience in a care setting, developing positive relationships, safeguarding knowledge, excellent communication skills, and a Higher National Certificate in Social Care or SVQ3 in Social Care – Children and Young People.
How do I apply?
Applications can be submitted by contacting Jessica Jarvis at [email protected] quoting reference 13678.
Is the job remote?
The job is in-office.
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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