Senior Residential Childcare Practitioner

  • Randstad Care
  • Annan, Dumfriesshire
  • Jul 24, 2026
Seasonal Education

Job Description

Transform Lives as a Senior Residential Support Worker

Location: Dumfries

Are you looking for a role where you can truly make a difference every single day?

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Support Workers to create a safe, warm, and structured environment for young people in Dumfries. .

  • Build Meaningful Connections: Offer emotional support, active listening, and a homely environment through light housekeeping and shared care.

  • Organise Engaging Activities: Plan and participate in fun outings, movie nights, park visits, and creative hobbies.

  • Maintain Digital Records: Confidently use electronic care recording systems (such as Clearcare) on a daily basis to keep accurate, up-to-date reports.

What We Offer
  • Competitive Compensation: Excellent base salary with lucrative sleep-in allowances.

  • Fulfilling Work Environment: A supportive team atmosphere focused on person-centered care and positive outcomes for young people.

What You'll Need
  • A natural empathy, patience, and commitment to providing high-quality care.

  • Comfort using digital care management tools daily (Clearcare experience is a plus; full training provided).

  • Willingness to register under the PVG Scheme.

  • Full UK Driving Licence with business insurance (strongly preferred).

  • Note for experienced applicants: 2+ years of experience in de-escalation and managing emotional dysregulation is highly valued.Start making an impact today-apply now!

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.