Residential Childcare Worker

Looking for a role where you can lead, support and make a genuine difference to young lives? At OFG Education, we're passionate about helping children and young people with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties build confidence, develop independence and achieve positive futures. We're looking for an experienced and compassionate Senior Residential Care Worker to join our team in Dumfriesshire. As a Senior Residential Care Worker, you'll combine hands on support with additional leadership responsibilities, helping guide and develop colleagues while ensuring our young people receive consistent, high quality care. You'll be a trusted role model, creating a safe, nurturing environment where every young person feels valued, understood and encouraged to achieve their potential. This is an opportunity to use your experience to make a visible impact every day, while continuing to develop your own career within residential childcare. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting children and young people with their daily routines, individual needs and personal development
• Administering medication safely and in line with agreed procedures
• Leading, supporting and mentoring Residential Care Workers to maintain consistently high standards of care
• Supporting young people to attend appointments, activities and community based opportunities
• Completing accurate care records and other required documentation
• Promoting independence, confidence and essential life skills through everyday experiences
• Maintaining the highest standards of safeguarding, wellbeing and person centred care
• Supporting the Deputy Manager with the development, guidance and day to day leadership of the wider team
  
  HNC in Social Care, SVQ in Social Services (Children and Young People) SCQF 7 (Level 3) or equivalent
• Willingness to work towards an SVQ in Social Services (Children and Young People) SCQF 9 (Level 4)
• A minimum of 2 years' supervisory experience
• A Full UK Driving Licence
Personal Qualities:
• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people to achieve positive outcomes
• Strong communication skills with the confidence to lead, guide and support colleagues
• A patient, compassionate and resilient approach
• The ability to remain calm, consistent and supportive when situations become challenging
• A positive and proactive attitude with the ability to lead by example
• Strong relationship building skills and the ability to create trust with young people and colleagues
• A commitment to providing safe, nurturing and high quality care
• A desire to continue learning, developing and progressing within residential childcare
  
  Holistic Childcare and Education consists of two specialist homes: Closeburn House and Maben House.
Closeburn House supports young people aged 10-16 years, while Maben House supports young people aged 6-16 years. Both homes are within commuting distance of Dumfries, Lockerbie and surrounding areas. Our homes are dedicated to helping young people develop independence, life skills and personal interests, creating opportunities for brighter futures. Every day is different, offering both challenge and reward as you support young people in a safe and nurturing environment where they are listened to, respected and encouraged to thrive. At OFG Education, we believe every student deserves an education designed around who they are. Through high expectations, deep expertise and truly personalised education, we help students realise their potential and prepare for successful futures. Building on more than 20 years of experience, we are bringing our approach to more students and communities around the world. Across the UK, Iberia and the Gulf, our schools combine the strength, expertise and high standards of an international education group with the individuality of each school and the communities they serve. Whatever your role, joining OFG Education means contributing to our shared ambition: empowering every student to success through truly personalised education. We are proud to be a part of OFG Education who in 2025 were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the sixth year running. Why Join OFG Education? We place children and young people at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference.

Salary: Up to £32,503.95 per annum (depending on qualifications, including sleep ins plus on call payments) Hours: Full-Time, Permanent (39 hours per week) | Rolling rota, 5 days out of 7 Essential: Full UK Driving Licence, We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS check.
• Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced Family Growth Support
• Critical Illness Cover
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Hundreds of UK and international discounts
• Mental Health and Wellbeing Support