Children's Residential Support Worker
Lanark
£13\.45 per hour
Permanent, Relief, Driving licence required, Full\-Time, Part\-Time, \*Female only
Up to 35 hours per week
Closing Date: 30 July 2026
Children’s Support Worker – Residential \& Lifeskills Services
Location: Stanmore House Residential, Stanmore Road, Lanark, ML11 7RR
Salary: £24,544\.90 per year, pro rata/ £13\.45 per hour (\+ £14\.12 nightshift premium)
Job Type: Permanent
Hours: Up to 35 hrs/week – full\-time, part\-time, relief, weekend, and sleepover shifts available
Benefits: 32 days annual leave\* / 8% pension contributions / £600 Refer a Friend and much more!
Make a Difference in Young Lives
We are currently recruiting experienced Support Workers to join our residential, respite and Lifeskills services based in Lanark.
This is a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people with complex disabilities, helping them develop independence, confidence and life skills in a safe, supportive environment.
About the Role
Stanmore House Residential provides a combination of boarding (linked to Stanmore House School) and residential/respite care for children and young people across Scotland.
You’ll be supporting individuals aged 5 to 20 within a fully adapted, campus\-based setting on the outskirts of Lanark.
Our service includes four bungalows supporting up to 16 young people. Support is delivered on a one\-to\-one and small group basis.
Daily responsibilities include:
Personal care, dressing and medication support
Assisting with mobility and mealtimes
Supporting attendance at school and appointments
Encouraging participation in recreational and social activities
Lifeskills Services
We also have opportunities within our Lifeskills team, which includes:
Building\-Based Support: Structured, on\-site activities to develop independence
Community Access: Supporting young people to attend local activities such as music, drama or sports
Respite Support: Providing short breaks while promoting key life skills
Our Environment
Our Lanark campus offers a unique and engaging setting, including:
Extensive green outdoor space
Indoor swimming pool and hydrotherapy facilities
Rebound therapy and sensory rooms
On\-site cinema and beauty salon
Strong links with the local community
Working Pattern
You’ll work a mix of shifts including:
Day shifts (7:30am – 3:00pm)
Back shifts (2:30pm – 10:00pm)
Night shifts (9:45pm – 8:45am)
Relief/bank roles are also available for additional flexibility \- why not give reach out and find out if your availability meets our young people's needs?
What We’re Looking For
Caring, patient, and reliable individuals who are dedicated to the people we support
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Previous experience in care or social support is a plus but not essential
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and sleepover shifts
UK Driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential due to the logistics of the role
Remaining vacancies are \*female\-only due to intimate care requirements (Schedule 9 Part 1 (1\)(1\)(a) Equality Act 2010\)
Why Join Us
Working with Capability Scotland comes with a range of great benefits:
Competitive pay: : £24,544\.90 pro\-rata, £13\.45 per hour, plus enhanced nightshift rate of £14\.12/hr
Fully funded SVQ qualification
Set rotas to help you plan your life outside work
32 days’ annual leave, rising to 37 with service – (pro\-rata)
Up to 8% employer pension contribution
Free PVG checks \& death in service benefit of up to 3 x annual salary
Perks at Work scheme, Cycle to Work options, and 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
Eligibility for Blue Light \& Concerts for Carers discounts
£600 “Refer a Friend” incentive (with no cap on how many friends you refer!)
\*Subject to contractual terms.
Join a team where your energy, compassion, and creativity make a real difference. We are One Voice. One Charity. One Spirit. \#OneCapability.
How to apply
Hit apply now or upload your CV and covering letter (PDF or Word) via the Capability Scotland careers portal. For more information, contact karen.graham@capability.Scot@Capability.Scot
We are currently unable to offer Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship \- applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
We are committed to an inclusive and respectful workplace and welcome applications from all backgrounds – we are an Age Friendly and Disability Confident Employer .
A copy of our job description can be found here Support Worker (Children)
Closing date – 30th July 2026
We reserve the right to extend or close this vacancy early, therefore we would encourage you to apply without delay.
Capability Scotland is committed to providing an inclusive workplace where all forms of difference are valued, and which is free from any form of unfair or unlawful treatment. We define diversity in its broadest sense – this includes but is not limited to our diversity of educational and professional backgrounds, experience, cognitive and neurodiversity, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, religion or belief and ethnicity and geographical provenance. We support a culture that values meritocracy, fairness and transparency and welcomes enquiries from everyone.
Due to the high volume of applications expected, we advise that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your interest and for taking the time to apply to work with us.
Application question(s):
- This role involves shift working, please confirm your availability (days and times)
- Due to customer choice for intimate care, some of our remaining vacancies are only available to female candidates. \* Schedule 9 Part 1 (1\)(1\)(a) of the Equality Act 2010 applies (GOR) – Are you female?
- At present we cannot offer skilled worker visas, please do not apply if you require this.
- Are you comfortable providing personal/intimate hygiene care to Children and Young People with complex physical disabilities?
- Do you have a UK driving license (manual or automatic)?
- Tell us about any relevant experience or qualifications you have and why you have applied?
- United Kingdom (required)
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