Residential Childcare Practitioner

Randstad Care; South Kesteven; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in childcare is seeking dedicated Residential Care Workers to join their award-winning team. This role offers the chance to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable young people in a supportive and therapeutic environment. With competitive pay ranging from £12.50 to £15.50 per hour, and opportunities for career growth through dedicated training programs, this position is ideal for individuals passionate about care. Join a team that values its staff and maintains a supportive staffing ratio, ensuring you have the resources needed to succeed in your role.

Benefits

Enhanced Annual Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Free Meals on Shift

Pension Scheme

Company Vehicle for Work Use

Referral Bonuses

Attendance Bonuses

Qualifications

• Experience in residential childcare is preferred.
• HNC/SVQ 3 qualification or working towards it is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centered care to young people with diverse needs.
• Support emotional, social, and physical well-being.

Skills

Residential Childcare Experience

Flexible Working

Passion for Care

Education

HNC/SVQ 3 Qualification

Tools

Driving License

Job description

Make a Real Difference: Join Our Award-Winning Team!

Our client is a leading childcare provider in Scotland, and is seeking passionate Residential Care Workers to join their expanding team. They've won multiple awards for their exceptional care, including Best Care Home Group in the UK (2022 & 2023), and they're committed to creating a supportive and therapeutic environment for the young people in our care.

Why Choose Horizons?

1. Competitive Pay: £12.50 - £15.50 per hour. Experienced and qualified (HNC/SVQ 3) staff earn a minimum of £14 per hour (approx. £33,890 annually including sleepover allowance).
2. Rewarding Work: Make a tangible difference in the lives of vulnerable young people.
3. Excellent Benefits: Enhanced annual leave, employee assistance program, free meals on shift, pension scheme, company vehicle for work use, referral and attendance bonuses, and more!
4. Career Growth: Dedicated learning and development programs, including CALM theory and practical training, access to specialist online training, and opportunities for advancement.
5. Supportive Environment: They maintain a 1:1 staffing ratio (10 am - 10 pm) to ensure our staff have the resources they need.

About the Role:

You'll be part of a dedicated team providing person-centered care to young people with diverse needs. Responsibilities include supporting their emotional, social, and physical well-being.

Shift Patterns:

1. Full-time: 24-hour shifts (including 8-hour sleepover) on a 9-week rolling rota (3 days on, 3 days off).
2. Part-time: 12-hour shifts (10 am - 10 pm) or 6-hour shifts (10 am - 4 pm / 4 pm - 10 pm).

What We're Looking For:

1. Experience in residential childcare (preferred).
2. HNC/SVQ 3 qualification or working towards it.
3. Clean driving license (preferred).
4. Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends.
5. A passion for making a difference!

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

Apply Today! Join our award-winning team and help us make a positive impact on young people's lives.