Job Description
Health & Wellbeing Co-ordinator - Support Worker
Location: Balfron Glasgow/Stirling G63
Pay: £26,312 unqualified to £32,219 qualified, per annum
A full UK Manual driving licence is required and we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
Extraordinary Days Every Day
At Spark of Genius, you're not just working - you're shaping futures. Furthermore as a Health & Wellbeing Co-ordinator 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.
What You'll Do
The Health & Wellbeing Activity Coordinator provides an innovative approach to the curriculum and organises activities for individuals or groups of all ages and abilities that promotes play, resilience, and self esteem. A focus on alternative Therapeutic activities that offer an alternative to learning and supports health. The aim being for young people to feel the benefits of the outdoors, whilst being educated and gaining new experiences that will support both wellbeing and development. You will also play a role in the daily support of the children within the service, inc getting them ready for school, prepping for meal times and planning activities.
- Ensure our children receive the highest level of support
- Excellent skills in outdoor activities
- Lead groups of people on trips to the the wilderness and countryside areas to teach them new skills to enable them to safely enjoy the outdoors and not be risk averse
- Promote Therapeutic activities that incorporate mindfulness, activity and relaxation in line with Relax Kids ethos
- Complete relevant risk assessments linked to individual young people
- Be part of 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
A Little About This Home
Shian house is situated in the small village of Balfron, surrounded by striking scenery. The house itself is a spacious five-bedroom house consisting of a games room, quiet room, large lounge and dining area. The extensive garden area provides a range of opportunities for young people with a large enclosed space offering a large trampoline lowered into the ground, football goals and swings for the leisure of the young people. The garden also has raised beds used for growing our own vegetables which are then used by the young people and our cook in preparing meals for the house.
Shian's main ethos is to provide a safe, caring, and nurturing environment for all young people whilst striving to achieve the best possible outcomes for everyone who lives with us, achieved by creating an inclusive, trauma informed environment where everyone can truly flourish.
Who Are You
We're looking for people who genuinely care and want to make that difference. Warm, patient, a great listener and encourager - focused on achieving outcomes for others. Taking pride in knowing you are helping to shape someone's life for the better.
- Previous experience is preferred or maybe you have cared for a friend or family member
- Ability to work towards SSSC qualifications
- Manual UK driving licence is essential
- Open to ongoing development and learning with help from your friendly team
- Excellent communication skills both verbally and written
- Someone with the desire to take pride in helping others
Why Join Us?
- Competitive rates of pay
- £500 Welcome Bonus on completion of successful probation period
- £1000 Refer A Friend scheme
- Support to progress within the company
- PVG / SSSC costs covered by company
- A genuine home from home with a friendly team
Your Next Step
Simply use the Apply Now button and we will be in touch with you soon.
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!
Safeguarding Statement
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.
