Why work at Seamab?
Working at Seamab means being part of something meaningful. Every day, you'll help children who have experienced significant trauma to feel safe, build confidence and discover their potential.
Make a real difference
You'll see the direct impact of your work as children grow, learn and thrive.
Excellent training and development
We're committed to learning and development as a core function. Our therapeutic approach embeds growth, reflection and emotional safety into every layer of the organisation.
Supportive culture
Through reflective supervision, team consultations and collaborative working, you'll be supported to develop your skills and confidence.
Work with the best
Join highly skilled teams who are passionate about trauma-informed practice and committed to helping children reach their full potential.
Current vacancies
Childcare Practitioner (part-time weekends)
You will be part of a team providing 24hr care and nurture on a rota basis. During each shift there will be 2 or 3 staff to 4 children including support from two senior managers. You will have the ability to work to the very highest standards with a strong child centred ethos in an organisation which encourages teamwork and is committed to providing the highest standard of care, nurture, love and education.
Childcare Practitioner (Sessional)
Sessional Childcare Practitioners support our core workforce and work on an as and when basis. This is a fabulous opportunity to work flexibly and to join our team to support some of the most vulnerable children in Scotland who have been placed in our care. Our children and young people have complex care needs, but we work hard to give them the love and care they need to ensure they enjoy their childhood.
What it's like to work here
At Seamab, we create a therapeutic environment where staff and children can flourish. Our approach is built on PACE (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity, and Empathy), which shapes how we work with children and how we support each other as colleagues.
Your Development Journey
S:TAR induction
When you start at Seamab, you'll complete our S:TAR induction model (Seamab: Trauma, Attachment and Relationships), providing a solid foundation through blended in-person and online learning.
- Safeguarding and child protection
- Health and safety
- Medication
- Food safety
- Recording and reporting
- Crisis Prevention Intervention
- PACE
- First Aid
- Administering Medication
Continuous learning is rooted in our learning groups, cross-service meetings and specialist-led workshops, including:
- Recording and reporting
- PACE in Practice
- Therapeutic recording
- Childcare Practice
- Self-harm awareness
- Communication through a trauma lens
Through regular reflective supervision and team consultations, we help practitioners put theory into practice and understand children's stories beyond their behaviours.
Who we're looking for
We welcome applications from people with:
- Genuine commitment to improving children's lives
- Willingness to learn and reflect on practice
- Empathy, patience, and resilience
- Ability to work collaboratively
- Relevant qualifications or willingness to work towards them
How to apply
Interested in joining our team? We'd love to hear from you.
For informal enquiries, contact us on 01577 840307 or email info@seamab.org.uk
