Residential Childcare Worker

Nightingale Hammerson; Lesmahagow; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

A residential care organization near Lesmahagow is seeking a Residential Childcare Worker to provide care and support to young individuals. This role offers both full-time and part-time opportunities, with a salary range of £28,090 - £30,933 per year (pro rata) along with generous benefits including continuous training, annual leave, and additional perks. Ideal candidates will have experience in a care setting and a qualification in Health & Social Care.

Benefits

28 days annual leave plus birthday off

Continuous training and career development

Death in service insurance

Auto-enrolment onto pension scheme

Store discounts and wellbeing programmes

Complementary meals while on shift

Qualifications

• Experience in a residential or care setting or personal/lived experience.
• A full UK driving licence is required.
• Willingness to support young people with daily tasks and activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent care and encouragement to young people.
• Support with day-to-day tasks, activities, and community outings.
• Maintain a calm and supportive presence in challenging situations.

Skills

Experience in residential or care setting

Strong communication skills

Flexibility

Supportive presence

Education

Qualification in Health & Social Care (SCQF 7/SVQ 3 or HNC)

Job description

Overview

Residential Childcare Workers – Nr Lesmahagow, South Lanarkshire

Hours: part-time 19.25 hrs or full-time 38.5 hrs per week

Salary: £28,090 - £30,933 pro rata per year (including minimal sleepover pay, with potential for an additional £1,650 and overtime at £17.00)

Please note we do not offer sponsorship

About Inspire

We’re looking for a Residential Childcare Worker to join our established team near Lesmahagow, South Lanarkshire. At Inspire, we create homes where children and young people feel safe, supported, and genuinely cared for. Our approach is rooted in mutual respect, trust, and unconditional appreciation. We’re proud of the nurturing, family-style environments we’ve built.

We’re looking for compassionate, resilient individuals to join our team and provide the consistent care and encouragement our young people deserve. Whether you’re an experienced care professional or someone with lived experience and the right values, we want to hear from you.

What you can expect from us

• After 6 months you’ll be encouraged to complete your SCQF 7 or HNC or further qualifications
• Competitive pay including extra for sleepovers
• 28 days annual leave plus your birthday off
• Additional leave after 3- and 5-years’ service
• Continuous training including Calms and career development
• Store discounts, wellbeing programmes and monthly free perks
• Death in service insurance
• Auto-enrolment onto company pension scheme
• Enhanced maternity paid leave
• Access to Blue Light discount card
• Complementary meals while on shift

What we’re looking for

• Experience in a residential or care setting or personal/lived experience and the right attitude to make a real impact
• A calm, supportive presence, even in challenging situations
• Flexibility and strong communication skills
• A full UK driving licence
• A willingness to support our young people with day-to-day tasks, activities, medication, and community outings
• A qualification in Health & Social Care (SCQF 7/SVQ 3 or HNC) — or the willingness to work towards it (with our full support)

Whether you're looking for a full-time career or want to gain experience through relief or sessional work, we’d love to hear from people who care deeply and want to make a difference. We welcome those considering a career change or returning to work especially if you bring warmth, empathy, and resilience to the table.

If you’re ready to join a team that feels more like a family, then please click apply!

Salary / Benefits

Salary: £25,525 - £28,368 pro rata per year (with a potential sleepover rate £2,565 - £4,275 on top of salary)