Children's Support Worker - Lanarkshire - Lanarkshire, Scotland, ML1

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 14:25:49 GMT
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Love@Care Ltd is recruiting Children's Support Workers across North and South Lanarkshire, including Hamilton, Motherwell, East Kilbride, Wishaw, Cambuslang and surrounding areas.

Join our growing team and help transform the lives of children and young people in residential care.

What we offer:
- £12.60 - £13.00/hr dependent on experience
- Sleepover rate of £50 per night
- Waking night enhanced rate available
- Fully funded SVQ Level 3 qualification
- PVG membership arranged and paid for by us
- SSSC registration guidance and support
- 28 days annual leave
- Company pension
- Employee assistance programme
- Regular supervision and team support
- Clear career pathway to Senior, Team Leader and Manager roles
- Tier 2 visa sponsorship for eligible international candidates

About the role:
Our children's houses across Lanarkshire provide safe, stable homes for young people aged 8-18 who cannot live with their families. As a Support Worker, you will be a consistent, positive presence in their lives.

Your day might include:
- Morning routines and school runs
- After-school activities and homework support
- Cooking meals together
- Outdoor activities and trips
- One-to-one key work sessions
- Evening routines and bedtime support
- Sleepover or waking night duties

Training provided:
- Comprehensive induction programme
- PACE therapeutic approach
- De-escalation and positive behaviour support
- First aid and medication management
- Food hygiene
- Child protection and safeguarding

Who should apply:
- Anyone with a genuine passion for helping young people
- Career changers welcome (retail, hospitality, education, sports coaching)
- Recent graduates in social work, psychology, education or related fields
- Experienced care workers looking for a supportive employer
- International workers eligible for Tier 2 visa sponsorship

A full UK driving licence is required as you will need to transport young people.

Locations: Hamilton, Motherwell, East Kilbride, Wishaw, Cambuslang, Rutherglen, Lanark, Larkhall and surrounding areas.

Apply now and start making a difference in Lanarkshire.