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Begin a rewarding career with žžֱ²¥, the specialist child and youth care charity and social enterprise. We empower young people through care, education and support.
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Empowering Young People
For over 160 years we have supported young people (aged 5-26) to manage past trauma, giving them consistent love and care, an inspiring education, and the therapeutic supports to help them achieve their best. We provide a full range of integrated services that meet the needs of each individual.
Our servicesResidential Care
žžֱ²¥ provides residential care and support to children and young people, aged 5-26, who have been referred by local authorities.
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We aim to transform lives through learning with our primary and secondary schools along with The Skills Academy, our tertiary education and training centre.
Learn moreSecure care
žžֱ²¥ Safe Centre provides a safe, secure and supportive environment to help young people through a period of crisis.
Learn moreCommunity services
žžֱ²¥â€™s Community Services provide accommodation for young people, aged between 16 and 21 in the heart of the community.
Learn moreEarly Years Services
Our early years services provide a range of supports for children aged five+ with experience of trauma.
Learn morežžֱ²¥ Fostering
žžֱ²¥â€™s fostering service provides safe, loving homes for children and young people aged five+ who are unable to live with their birth families.
Learn moreSpecialist Intervention Services
Our Specialist Intervention Services (SIS) team provides psychological assessment and therapeutic support for young people at žžֱ²¥.
Learn moreInterventions for Vulnerable Youth (IVY) Project
IVY is a specialist psychological and social work service which conducts risk assessment, formulation and management for high-risk young people aged 12-18.
Learn moreSAFE: support for children and their families after crime
The SAFE service is a new, free service for young people and families affected by crime. This vital community-based service...
Learn moreSt. Mirren Partnership
žžֱ²¥ have an innovative partnership with St. Mirren Football Club, which is supported by the St. Mirren Independent Supporters Association (SMISA).
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Train to become a Child and Youth Care Worker at žžֱ²¥. No previous experience or qualifications are required.
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Latest News
Keep up-to-date with the latest news from žžֱ²¥ and partners
Our accreditations
We are one of Scotland’s oldest charities, and today a leading social enterprise.
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