Residential Care Workers - Gorebridge

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

Job summary

Join a compassionate team as a Residential Childcare Worker helping vulnerable young people thrive in a safe and nurturing environment. This role includes providing emotional support, fostering positive routines, and working closely with families. Full-time and part-time shifts are available, with competitive pay and comprehensive training.

Benefits

Sleep-in & attendance bonuses

Free meals during shifts

Access to CPD training including CALM & ATLAS learning

Employee Assistance Programme

Free PVG check

Clear path to promotion and ongoing support

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide safety, structure, and care for vulnerable children.
• Support children who have experienced trauma, neglect, or disability.
• Collaborate with families and professionals for holistic care planning.

Skills

Experience in children’s services

Ability to manage challenging situations

Education

Degree in health and social care or equivalent

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

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

About the Role:

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? Do you possess resilience, compassion, and a desire to support children in a nurturing environment? We are seeking experienced Residential Childcare Workers to join our dedicated team across multiple homes in Scotland. In this role, you will be a consistent, trusted adult providing emotional and practical support, fostering positive routines, and helping children achieve their goals.

Responsibilities:

1. Provide safety, structure, and care for vulnerable children.
2. Support children who have experienced trauma, neglect, or disability.
3. Build resilience and confidence through guidance and positive relationships.
4. Work as a keyworker to meet individual needs and follow personal development plans.
5. Collaborate with families and professionals for holistic care planning.

Shift Details:

Full-Time: 3 x 24-hour shifts (including 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.

Candidate Requirements:

1. Minimum 2 years' experience in residential childcare.
2. SVQ3 Children & Young People + HNC (or working towards them).
3. Registered (or eligible to register) with the SSSC.
4. Valid UK driving licence (essential).
5. Confident, compassionate, and able to work unsocial hours.

Benefits:

1. Pay rates from £12.50 - £15.50/hour (Min. £14/hour for qualified staff).
2. Sleep-in & attendance bonuses.
3. Free meals during shifts.
4. Company vehicle for work use.
5. Access to CPD training including CALM & ATLAS learning.
6. Employee Assistance Programme.
7. Free PVG check.
8. Clear path to promotion and ongoing support.

Application Process:

If you're ready to make a lasting impact, apply today and be the difference in young lives. For questions or to apply, contact Akhil at 0330 024 8775 or apply below. We also offer various opportunities for career change, including temporary and permanent roles, with flexible options. Call or email us for a confidential discussion.

Additional Information:

Randstad Care acts as an employment business and an employment agency. We are an equal opportunities employer. We are proud to be on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS, expanding opportunities in nursing, midwifery, and clinical staffing.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Experience in children’s services.
• Ability to manage challenging situations.
• Degree in health and social care or equivalent.