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Support Worker
CareTech PLC
United Kingdom
On-site
GBP 24,000 - GBP 26,000
Full time
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Job summary
A dedicated care company in Dumfries seeks a Support Worker to engage with young people and assist them in their daily routines. This full-time position includes a competitive salary ranging from £24,667 to £25,057, plus additional compensation for sleep-ins. The role emphasizes building supportive relationships and creating a nurturing environment. Training is provided, welcoming applicants from various background experiences. Join us in making a meaningful impact!
Benefits
Qualifications
- Warm and focused on achieving outcomes for others.
- No prior experience required, training provided.
Responsibilities
- Support young people with daily routines and activities.
- Create a homely environment by helping with housekeeping.
- Build strong relationships and provide emotional support.
- Plan and join fun activities.
- Keep essential records for care.
Skills
Location: Dumfries
Contract: Full Time | Working hours per week: 37.5
Role Type: Permanent
Salary: £24,667 to £25,057 PLUS £67.50 per sleep-in (expect 10 sleeps per month, which gives an additional £8000+ over the year)
Closing Date: Friday 27 February 2026
Support Worker – Location: Dumfries – Pay: £24,667 to £25,057 with additional sleep-in payments
Extraordinary Days Every Day – New Year, New Career — Become a Support Worker in Children’s Residential Care
Are you ready to start the year with a role that truly makes a difference? If so, apply today and make this year the start of something amazing.
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. As a Support Worker, based within Castle Douglas, 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.
- 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.
Torrs is made up of 5 individual homes, which are registered to support 9 young people. We focus on activities that promote the health and wellbeing of our young people, guiding them through the next stages in their life and being a safe space for them to express themselves.
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
- Full-time contract + Paid Induction
- Free PVG check + Ongoing Training
- Career Development With Specialist 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!
CareTech 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.
Job Description: RCCP_ACAD.docx
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