Residential Support Worker
Greenleaf House
Penpont, ThornhillView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£34,976 to £37,447
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time
Closing date
Not specified
In plain English
What this job actually involves
You will support young people up to 21 in a residential home, helping with daily tasks and emotional needs. The role suits caring, patient people who enjoy teamwork and a trauma‑informed approach.
What you'll need
- A caring attitude and willingness to support vulnerable young people.
- Experience or training in health and social care (e.g., NVQ Level 2/3).
- Ability to work full‑time in a residential setting.
- Clear DBS (background) check and references.
- Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
How to boost your chances
- Highlight any work with children or vulnerable adults on your CV.
- Mention any relevant qualifications, such as health and social care certificates.
- Prepare a short example of how you helped someone in a difficult situation.
- Make sure your DBS check is up to date before you apply.
- Show enthusiasm for a trauma‑informed, therapeutic approach in your cover letter.
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Job description
Residential Support Worker Thornhill, Dumfries and Galloway From £34,976 to £37,447 OTE plus overtime at time and a half The Greenleaf Team We’re looking for people to join our team who share our beliefs. We want team members who'll never give up on our young people, who are compassionate and who believe that our young people deserve the best we can give them. We specialise in solo placements for young people in care up to the age of 21 and adopt a therapeutic, trauma-informed approach to care.…
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Provenance
Source
Adzuna
First seen
5 October 2026
Last checked
18 October 2026
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About the employer
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