Spark of Genius

19/08/2026

Residential Childcare Workers in Balfron G63 - Glasgow/Stirling
Full time, permanent days positions.
£27,976 unqualified - £29,036 with an SVQ or HNC - £33,259 with SVQ and HNC per annum.

🔸Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people?
🔸Do you have skills, hobbies and interests you can teach our young people?
🔸Have you experience of supporting younger people that have faced tough times in the past, either in work or your personal life?

We are looking for compassionate, resilient, and dedicated individuals to join our team as Residential Childcare Workers.
In this role you will provide consistent, nurturing, and therapeutic care to children and young people who have experienced trauma and adversity. You will build trusting relationships, support young people to achieve positive outcomes, and work collaboratively with colleagues and professionals to deliver high-quality, child-centred care.

For further details on this vacancy and to apply directly please use the link below:
https://vacancies.caretech-uk.com/vacancies/27084/CAREERS/residential_childcare_worker/

18/08/2026

🎉 WHAT AN ACHIEVEMENT! 🎉

We’re so proud to share that our Spark of Genius residential care home near Kilwinning has received “Very Good” ratings following a recent inspection! ⭐

This fantastic result is a brilliant recognition of the amazing work our team does every day to support young people and help them feel safe, valued and cared for.

👏 A massive well done to the whole team for your dedication, compassion and commitment!

This is something to be very proud of! 🌟

Read more: https://www.ardrossanherald.com/news/26460159.childrens-home-near-kilwinning-praised-care-inspectorate/

12/08/2026

Spark of Genius | Excellence starts with the people who care 💙

What a fantastic recognition for Spark of Genius! 💙

Following an inspection at Netherton in East Ayrshire, the Care Inspectorate graded the service Excellent, recognising outstandingly high-quality experiences and outcomes for children and young people.

The inspection highlighted the team’s commitment to Scotland’s Promise and creating an environment where young people can grow up feeling loved, safe and respected.

We think this says a lot about what it’s like to be part of the Spark of Genius team. A place where great care, strong relationships and a commitment to helping young people thrive are at the heart of what we do.

🌟 Could you be part of that difference?

We’re currently looking for Senior Residential Child Care Workers to join our teams, with salaries of £36,088 per annum.

In a senior role, you’ll:
💙 Supervise and mentor Support Workers
💙 Help ensure young people receive the highest level of support
💙 Build strong, meaningful relationships
💙 Support care planning, reporting and the home management team
💙 Champion individuality and a personalised approach
💙 Plan and take part in fun, memorable activities and experiences

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and be part of a team making a real difference every day, we’d love to hear from you.

👉 Explore our Senior opportunities and find your next role:
https://www.caretech-uk.com/careers/find-your-next-role/?searchTerm=senior&distance=25&jobBrand=Spark+of+Genius

⭐In April 2026, we inspected Netherton in East Ayrshire, a care home service for children and young people, operated by Spark of Genius. We graded this service as excellent, as we found performance which supports experiences and outcomes for people which are of outstandingly high quality. There is a demonstrable track record of innovative, very high quality performance across a wide range of their activities and from which others could learn. We were impressed with the organisation’s developments and commitment to Scotland’s promise, ensuring young people being cared for by Netherton, East Ayrshire, could grow up feeling loved, safe and respected.

🔗Read the full blog by Stacey Galloway, residential manager at Netherton here:
https://www.careinspectorate.scot/news-and-media/blog-the-promise-in-practice

31/07/2026

Residential Childcare Workers Mauchline, East Ayrshire KA5
Full time, permanent roles on Days or Waking Nights

☀️Day Shifts or 🌕Waking Nights Shifts 40 hours per week
£27,976 unqualified - £29,036 with an SVQ or HNC - £32,510 with both SVQ & HNC

Spark of Genius are looking for people to join the team in Mauchline, supporting children and young people who have faced adverse childhood trauma and may live with conditions such as autism and/or social and emotional difficulties.

Do you have experience of working with children or families, or have maybe cared for a younger friend or relative? If so we'd like to hear from you.

Want to know more?
🔹Experience in a similar role is preferred
🔹Happy to discuss lived experience related to supporting young people
🔹A UK driving licence is required to use our company cars
🔹Enhanced pay rates for qualified staff
🔹There's a friendly team waiting to welcome you in
🔹You'll need genuine desire to help and care for vulnerable children
🔹Maybe you've recently completed training/qualifications within children's care/support

At Spark of Genius Every Second Counts so take a look at our vacancies now 👇

Day Shift - https://vacancies.caretech-uk.com/vacancies/26371/CAREERS/residential_childcare_worker/

Night Shift - https://vacancies.caretech-uk.com/vacancies/26370/CAREERS/waking_night_support_worker/

09/07/2026

Residential Childcare Worker Nights in Coylton, Ayr KA6
£27,976 unqualified
£29,036 with SVQ or HNC
£32,510 with SVQ & HNC

At Spark of Genius we don’t just provide care—we create childhoods filled with fun and a sense of belonging. We support amazing children and young people who have faced adverse childhood experiences with additional needs, such as autism and/or social and emotional difficulties.

No two days are ever the same, but you can expect plenty of rewarding moments like:
🔹Building life skills - Guiding children through their morning, after-school and bedtime routines
🔹Being a reassuring voice - Providing emotional support, celebrating small victories and helping them express themselves
🔹Encouraging independence - Patiently teaching everyday skills that build real confidence

What we are looking for:
🔹Previous experience in a similar setting, or maybe you have cared for a younger family member or friend
🔹Individuals who completed studies or undergone sector specific training
🔹A calming, reassuring presence for children who see the world a bit differently
🔹Enthusiastic, energetic, and fantastic at listening to a child's unique needs
🔹Aged 21+ with a full UK driving licence

Interested in this opportunity? Click the link...Every Second Counts!

These are full time roles, 40 hours per week.
We are not able to offer sponsorship for this vacancy.

For more details and to apply please use the link below:
https://vacancies.caretech-uk.com/vacancies/26367/CAREERS/waking_night_support_worker/

02/07/2026

Residential Childcare Workers in Stirling or Glasgow

Due to a further intake Spark Of Genius are currently looking for staff to join us in Balfron, G63.

We support children and young people within a residential setting who need a little extra help with their daily activities. These individuals have lived with adverse childhood experiences and may also have conditions like autism or issues around emotional or social difficulties. In most cases they just need to know that there is someone there they can lean on, learn from and talk to.

If you have the desire to help bring a brighter future to a child's life and to go home each day knowing you've made a difference then why not take a look at the links below. There will be more details and if it ticks your boxes you can apply directly.

Our current vacancies for this service are listed below.

🔹Residential Childcare Workers Days 40hrs - £27,976 unqualified - £29,036 with an SVQ or HNC - £33,259 with SVQ and HNC
https://vacancies.caretech-uk.com/vacancies/26363/CAREERS/residential_childcare_worker/
🔹Residential Childcare Worker Nights 40hrs - £27,976 unqualified - £29,036 with an SVQ or HNC - £33,259 with SVQ and HNC
https://vacancies.caretech-uk.com/vacancies/26322/CAREERS/night_support_worker/
🔹Senior Childcare Worker 40hrs - £37,003
https://vacancies.caretech-uk.com/vacancies/26365/CAREERS/senior_residential_child_care_worker/
🔹Cook 25hrs - £17,095
https://vacancies.caretech-uk.com/vacancies/26356/CAREERS/cook/
🔹Cleaner 10hrs - £13.15 per hour
https://vacancies.caretech-uk.com/vacancies/26347/CAREERS/cleaner/

18/06/2026

Residential Childcare Workers, Ayrshire.
For a number of services around Mauchline, Coylton, Ochiltree and Kilwinning.

Spark of Genius Scotland are holding a recruitment event in Mauchline, Ayrshire on Tuesday 23rd June at 10:30am.

What's going on?
🔹Come along to hear a little about the company
🔹Speak to staff who support our young people every day
🔹Discuss our current vacancies with home managers
🔹Potentially interview there and then, if not then within 2 business days

What do I do?
🔹You will need to follow the link below that will take you to a registration page
🔹Here you can leave some details and a CV
🔹We will then come back to you with some more details
🔹If we progress we'll organise an invite to the event in Mauchline with full details
🔹Turn up at 10:30am on Tuesday 23rd June and say hello

What do I need to bring with me?
🔹 Bring a couple of copies of your CV
🔹 Photo ID, like a driving licence
🔹 Proof of current address, maybe a utility bill, council tax statement etc

For the next step...use the link below
https://intsignup.indeed.com/interview/31e413c7-0f02-4f5c-8dd6-048836f34a2c

01/06/2026

At Spark of Genius, career progression is more than just a possibility; it’s something we actively support 💙

In this video, Tammy shares her journey from joining Spark of Genius as a Support Worker, progressing into a senior role, and now becoming a Deputy Manager, with plans to continue growing her career even further.

Tammy talks about the incredible support she has received throughout her journey, including fully funded training, both online and in person, alongside ongoing guidance from her managers and team.

Her message is simple: experience comes from doing the role. You learn alongside the young people, build trust, grow together and develop the skills needed to succeed, because we provide the training and support for you.

If you’re looking for a rewarding career changing the lives of young people, with real opportunities to progress, Spark of Genius could be the perfect place for you.

Apply today:
https://www.caretech-uk.com/careers/find-your-next-role/?distance=5&jobBrand=Spark+of+Genius

27/05/2026

At Spark of Genius, we asked our young people one simple question…

“What makes the perfect team member?”

Their answers said it all 💙

Someone who has good banter, is confident and bubbly, takes part in their hobbies and interests, and genuinely cares.

The best part? It’s not all about qualifications or experience. We provide all the training you need; what matters most is the person you are.

If this sounds like you, this could be the perfect opportunity to start a rewarding career with Spark of Genius.

Apply today: https://www.caretech-uk.com/careers/find-your-next-role/?distance=5&jobBrand=Spark+of+Genius

28/04/2026

Congratulations to one of our students Oliver, who recently travelled to London to receive the Jacobs Medal at the Celebrating Forces Families Awards!

This incredible recognition celebrates his strength and resilience in overcoming challenges - a truly amazing and well-deserved achievement.

Well done, Oliver!