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West Dunbartonshire Council; Rhu; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

25 days annual leave

Wellbeing supports

Job summary

West Dunbartonshire Council is seeking a dedicated Residential Practitioner to join Blairvadach on a fixed-term basis. You will provide supportive care to young people, build trusting relationships, and help them thrive in a stable home.

The role emphasizes safeguarding, PVG clearance, and working as part of a committed team to promote positive outcomes for young people in our care.

Qualifications

• PVG scheme membership essential
• Regulated Work with Children and Adults under the PVG Act 2020
• Ability to work with young people in a care setting

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a caring, child-centred approach in all interactions with young people.
• Build positive and meaningful relationships to support their development and safety.
• Be creative, resilient, and enthusiastic in practice to meet individual needs.
• Work effectively as part of a supportive team to deliver consistent care.
• Adhere to safeguarding policies and contribute to a stable, settled home environment.

Skills

Caring approach

Relationship building

Teamwork

Safeguarding awareness

Job description

Residential Worker (Fixed Term) - WDN06753

Blairvadach is seeking to recruit a dedicated and compassionate Residential Practitioner who shares our values and commitment to providing outstanding care for young people.

Are you caring, inspirational, and creative?

Do you have the skills, knowledge, and personality to build positive, trusting relationships with young people and support them to thrive?

We are looking for an individual who is passionate about making a difference and are ready to join a committed team focused on creating a stable, nurturing, and loving home environment.

As a Residential Practitioner, you will play a vital role in supporting young people to achieve positive outcomes, develop confidence, and reach their full potential.

The successful candidate will:

• Demonstrate a caring and child-centred approach.


• Build positive and meaningful relationships with young people.


• Be creative, resilient, and enthusiastic in their practice.


• Work effectively as part of a supportive team.


• Share our commitment to providing a safe, stable, and settled home for every young person in our care.

If you believe you have the values, skills, and dedication to make a real difference in the lives of young people, we would love to hear from you.

Join our team and help create a place where young people feel safe, valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.

Requirements

This post is considered as Regulated Work with Children and Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2020 and as such membership with the PVG scheme is essential. Further details of this scheme can be found

here.

Preferred applicants will be required to become members of the relevant PVG scheme, or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer being made by West Dunbartonshire Council.

Responsibilities

The employment for which you are applying is excepted from the provisions of section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applicants are, therefore, not statutorily entitled to withhold information about convictions which for other purposes are \"spent\" under the provisions of the Act.

In the event of employment any failure to disclose such convictions could result in dismissal or disciplinary action.

The Individual

WDC was voted one of the top ten flexible employers and prides itself in providing flexible working to support work life balance. In addition to this there are also additional benefits:

• Access to the Local Government pension scheme (LGPS) with an employer’s contribution of at least 19.3% and all associated benefits


• A minimum of 25 days annual leave, increasing a day each year up to 35 days as well as 8 fixed public holidays each year


• Access to employee wellbeing supports including occupational health & counselling if ever you need help and support

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