Children's Residential Support Worker

Lanark Source: WhatJobs

£24,544.90 per year

Permanent, Relief, Full-Time, Part-Time, *Female only

Children’s Support Worker – Residential & Lifeskills Services

Location: Stanmore House Residential, Stanmore Road, Lanark, ML11 7RR
Salary: £24,544.90 per year, pro rata/ £13.45 per hour (+ £14.12 nightshift premium)
Job Type: Permanent
Hours: Up to 35 hrs/week – full-time, part-time, relief, weekend, and sleepover shifts available

Benefits: 32 days annual leave* / 8% pension contributions / £600 Refer a Friend and much more!

Make a Difference in Young Lives

We are currently recruiting experienced Support Workers to join our residential, respite and Lifeskills services based in Lanark.

This is a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people with complex disabilities, helping them develop independence, confidence and life skills in a safe, supportive environment.

About the Role

Stanmore House Residential provides a combination of boarding (linked to Stanmore House School) and residential/respite care for children and young people across Scotland.

You’ll be supporting individuals aged 5 to 20 within a fully adapted, campus-based setting on the outskirts of Lanark.

Our service includes four bungalows supporting up to 16 young people. Support is delivered on a one-to-one and small group basis.

Daily responsibilities include:

Personal care, dressing and medication support
Assisting with mobility and mealtimes
Supporting attendance at school and appointments
Encouraging participation in recreational and social activities

Lifeskills Services

We also have opportunities within our Lifeskills team, which includes:

Building-Based Support: Structured, on-site activities to develop independence
Community Access: Supporting young people to attend local activities such as music, drama or sports
Respite Support: Providing short breaks while promoting key life skills

Our Lanark campus offers a unique and engaging setting, including:

Indoor swimming pool and hydrotherapy facilities
Rebound therapy and sensory rooms
On-site cinema and beauty salon
Strong links with the local community

Working Pattern

You’ll work a mix of shifts including:

Day shifts (7:30am – 3:00pm)
Back shifts (2:30pm – 10:00pm)
Night shifts (9:45pm – 8:45am)

Relief/bank roles are also available for additional flexibility - why not give reach out and find out if your availability meets our young people's needs?

What We’re Looking For

Caring, patient, and reliable individuals who are dedicated to the people we support
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Previous experience in care or social support is a plus but not essential
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and sleepover shifts
UK Driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential due to the logistics of the role
Remaining vacancies are *female-only due to intimate care requirements (Schedule 9 Part 1 (1)(1)(a) Equality Act 2010)

Why Join Us

Working with Capability Scotland comes with a range of great benefits:

Competitive pay: : £24,544.90 pro-rata, £13.45 per hour , plus enhanced nightshift rate of £14.12/hr
Fully funded SVQ qualification
Set rotas to help you plan your life outside work
32 days’ annual leave , rising to 37 with service – (pro-rata)
Up to 8% employer pension contribution
Free PVG checks & death in service benefit of up to 3 x annual salary
Perks at Work scheme, Cycle to Work options, and 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
Eligibility for Blue Light & Concerts for Carers discounts
£600 “Refer a Friend” incentive (with no cap on how many friends you refer!)