Intensive Support Practitioner

Salary £15.02 per hour

Location Quarriers Village, Bridge of Weir

Expiry 03/09/2026 23:59

This is a Permanent, Part Time vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.

The Vacancy

Are you a qualified skilled support worker looking for your next move? Join Quarriers Countryview and work in a place children choose to come back to time and time again.

Your new opportunity

At Countryview Short Breaks Service, we provide high-quality short breaks for children and young people with disabilities, creating a space where they can relax, have fun, build independence and spend time with others.

Our service is more than just a place to stay - it’s somewhere children build familiarity, confidence and positive memories. Many return again and again, forming relationships and enjoying their time in a safe, homely and supportive environment.

As an Intensive Support Practitioner, you’ll play a key role in making this experience consistent and reassuring - ensuring children feel safe, settled and supported.

Working over a 7-day rota, you’ll provide person-centred support to children and young people with a range of complex needs. We are offering part time contracts 15 hours to 30 hours per week. Paying an hourly rate of £15.02 per hour.

This includes:

Creating a warm, calm and homely environment
Supporting children with medical, personal care and wellbeing needs
Responding sensitively to anxieties or distressed behaviours during the night
Monitoring wellbeing and promoting rest and comfort
Recording information clearly and respectfully

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for people who:

Hold relevant qualifications and experience in supporting children and young people in residential, care, education, or community settings
Take a trauma-informed and person-centred approach to their work
Have excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Are patient, resilient, and passionate about supporting children to reach their potential
Work well as part of a team and contribute positively to the service
Are committed to delivering high-quality support and positive outcomes

More about the service - Countryview Short Breaks / Respite Service - Short Breaks / Respite for Children - Quarriers

Apply now and join a great service supporting children and young people!

About Us

Quarriers is one of Scotland’s leading social care charities. We provide practical care and support for vulnerable children, adults and families who face extremely challenging circumstances. We challenge poverty and inequality of opportunity to bring about positive changes in people’s lives.