Relief Intensive Support Practitioner – Children’s Short Breaks Service

Location: Countryview, Quarriers Village, Bridge of Weir

Contract: Relief / Zero-Hour Contract

Pay: Competitive hourly rate + full training & employee benefits

Make a Difference – Join Our Team at Countryview

Are you looking for flexible, rewarding work where every shift offers the chance to make a genuine impact? Do you have a caring nature, a playful spirit, and a passion for supporting children and young people?

Join Countryview, Quarriers’ specialist short breaks (respite) service, where we support children and young people aged 5–20 with a wide range of additional needs. As a Relief Intensive Support Practitioner, you'll be part of a dedicated, compassionate team providing tailored support — and creating joyful, meaningful experiences every day.

About Countryview

Our service offers short breaks for children and young people with:

• Complex medical needs
• Physical and learning disabilities
• Autism and neurodiverse conditions
• Trauma-related and emotional needs

But Countryview is about so much more than care — it’s a place for play, connection, fun, and growth.

What You'll Do

As part of our team, you’ll:

• Create a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for every child
• Support with personal care, therapeutic routines, and daily activities (full training provided)
• Build positive, trusting relationships with children, families, and professionals
• Engage children in play, sensory exploration, outings, and skill-building opportunities
• Offer consistent and compassionate support, especially during times of distress

Your presence gives families vital time to rest and recharge, knowing their child is in safe and capable hands.

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for people who are:

• Compassionate, calm, and child-centred
• Creative and playful in their approach
• Reliable, flexible, and team-focused
• Confident supporting children with a variety of complex needs

Experience in care is helpful, but it’s your values, attitude, and willingness to learn that matter most. Whether you have personal experience, voluntary work, or transferable skills from another sector — if you're passionate about supporting young people, we want to hear from you.

What We Offer

• Flexible shifts to suit your availability
• Full induction and ongoing paid training
• Opportunities to build skills and progress within Quarriers
• Concerts for Carers registration
• Blue Light Card membership
• A welcoming, supportive team environment
• The chance to be part of something truly meaningful

At Countryview, we don’t just provide care — we create memories.

Children come here to laugh, learn, and enjoy life, and we’re looking for people who want to be a part of that journey.

How to Apply

Apply today and join a team where every shift brings purpose and positivity. If shortlisted, you’ll be invited for an informal interview and given full support throughout the recruitment process.

Please Note:

Successful applicants must be willing to join the PVG Scheme and register with the SSSC within 3 months of starting. Quarriers holds Investors in People Platinum accreditation.