Residential Care Workers - Fauldhouse, Bathgate

Randstad Staffing; Fauldhouse; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Randstad Staffing as a Residential Childcare Worker and make a difference in the lives of young people across Scotland. With options for full-time or part-time shifts, you'll offer vital support and stability to vulnerable children, ensuring their emotional and practical needs are met. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience, relevant qualifications, and a valid UK driving licence. Great pay rates, bonuses, and supportive training are offered as you embark on this fulfilling role.

Benefits

Sleep-in & attendance bonuses

Free meals during shifts

Company vehicle for work use

Access to CPD training

Employee Assistance Programme

Free PVG check

Clear path to promotion

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in residential childcare.
• Registered or eligible to register with the SSSC.
• Valid UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional and practical support to vulnerable children.
• Work as a keyworker to ensure individual needs are met.
• Support young people who have experienced trauma.

Skills

Manage challenging situations

Education

Degree in health and social care

SVQ3 Children & Young People + HNC

Job description

Change Lives Every Day - Become a Residential Childcare Worker

Locations: Corstorphine (Edinburgh), Fauldhouse (Bathgate), Gorebridge

Salary: £30,772 - £37,021 (Incl. sleepover allowance)

Shifts: Full-time & Part-time options available

Do you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of young people? Are you resilient, caring, and ready to help children grow, heal, and thrive in a supportive environment?

We're looking for experienced Residential Childcare Workers to join our dedicated team across multiple homes in Scotland. In this role, you'll become a consistent, trusted adult in a child's life-providing emotional and practical support, building positive routines, and helping them achieve their goals.

What You'll Do:

Be a consistent source of safety, structure, and care for vulnerable children

Support young people who have experienced trauma, neglect, or disability

Help children build resilience and confidence through everyday guidance and positive relationships

Work as a keyworker to ensure individual needs are met and personal development plans are followed

Collaborate with families and professionals to support holistic care planning

Your Shift Options:

Full-Time: 3 x 24-hour shifts (includes 8-hour sleepover) followed by 3 days off on a rolling 9-week rota

Part-Time: 12-hour or 6-hour shifts

Enhanced pay on Christmas and New Year's Day

Who We're Looking For:

Minimum 2 years' experience in residential childcare

SVQ3 Children & Young People + HNC (or working towards them)

Registered (or eligible to register) with the SSSC

Valid UK driving licence (essential)

Confident, compassionate, and able to work unsocial hours

What You'll Receive:

Pay rates from £12.50 - £15.50/hour (Min. £14/hour for qualified staff)

Sleep-in & attendance bonuses

Free meals during shifts

Company vehicle for work use

Access to CPD training including CALM & ATLAS learning

Employee Assistance Programme

️ Free PVG check

Clear path to promotion + ongoing support

Ready to take the next step in transforming young lives? Apply today and be the difference that lasts a lifetime.

If you have any further questions or wish to apply for this role then please get in touch with Akhil on

0330 024 8775 Otherwise Apply Below and I will be in touch soon.

Are you thinking about a change in your career but not sure about this role? Whether you are an existing

candidate, new to the locum market and are exploring some options or looking for a new permanent role

We have several exciting opportunities with competitive pay and flexibility. If you wish to discuss this further please call 0330 024 8775 or email and we would be happy to have a confidential discussion.

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.

experience

Children services

skills

be able to manage challenging situations

qualifications

college

education

Degree in health and social care