Sessional Residential Child Care Workers

Permissum; Scotland; Remote; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Permissum Care Ltd in East Ayrshire is recruiting Sessional Residential Child Care Workers to support neurodiverse children and young people in a residential setting.

You will build trusting relationships, provide safe, nurturing care, assist with daily routines and education, and help empower young people to make choices and participate in activities. A driving licence is required and SSSC registration is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with additional needs or complex behaviours.
• Experience in residential childcare or related social care settings.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends and school holidays.
• Commitment to SSSC registration and willingness to register.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with children and young people.
• Provide safe, nurturing residential care and support daily routines.
• Support education, activities and promote independence.
• Contribute to care planning, reviews and safeguarding responsibilities.
• Maintain accurate records and written reports.
• Work with families and partner agencies to support young people.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Patience

Driving licence

Education

Certificate of Higher Education

Job description

Sessional Residential Child Care Workers

• Sessional
• East Ayrshire

Job Description

Be part of something that truly changes lives.

At Permissum we don’t just provide care, we create safe, nurturing environments where children and young people can rebuild grow and thrive.

We are seeking compassionate and motivated Sessional Residential Child Care Workers to join our dedicated team supporting neurodiverse children and young people within our house in East Ayrshire.

This is a rewarding opportunity to provide high-quality, therapeutic and person-centred care within a residential setting.

Responsibilities

• Build positive, warm and meaningful relationships with children and young people
• Provide safe, inclusive and nurturing residential care
• Support young people with daily routines, personal care, education and activities
• Encourage independence, choice and participation in decision-making
• Promote healthy routines, boundaries and positive behaviour
• Contribute to care planning, reviews and risk assessments
• Maintain accurate records and written reports
• Work collaboratively with families and partner agencies
• Uphold safeguarding responsibilities and children’s rights
• Use de-escalation strategies and approaches

Requirements

• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people
• A compassionate, respectful and non-judgemental approach
• Ability to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends
• Strong communication and team work skills
• Commitment to SSSC registration and relevant qualifications (or working towards)
• Experience in residential care or disability support is desirable but not essential
• Driving Licence (required)

Education

• Certificate of Higher Education (Preferred)

Experience

• Experience supporting children and young people with additional support needs, disabilities, or complex behaviours.
• Experience working in residential childcare, education, social care, youth work, supported accommodation, or a related setting.
• Ability to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends and school holiday periods.

Applicants should hold, or be wiling to work towards:

• A qualification recognised by the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) for registration as a Residential Child Care Worker.
• Must be able to register with the SSSC and maintain registration throughout their employment.
• An SVQ Social Services (Children and Young People) SCQF Level 7 and/or HNC Social Services would be advantageous.

Working for Permissum

• Pay £13.50 per hour
• Comprehensive induction and training programme
• Ongoing professional development and qualifications support
• Regular supervision and reflective practice
• Supportive and inclusive team culture
• The opportunity to make a real difference in young people’s lives

Safeguarding

This role is subject to PVG membership, satisfactory references and safer recruitment checks. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.