Residential Childcare Worker

Flexible Residential Childcare Support Worker - Up to £21.32ph

Do you have the passion to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children? If you are an experienced Residential Support Worker looking for more control over your schedule, we invite you to join our network. At Randstad, we partner with a variety of children's services across Scotland that support young people facing social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties. We are looking for dedicated professionals who can step in, provide high-quality care, and make a positive impact.

The best part? You are in charge. With rates up to £21.32 per hour, you can manage your work-life balance on your own terms. Use our intuitive app to book your own shifts, whether you want to focus on one consistent service or broaden your experience by working across several different locations.

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay: Earn up to £21.32 per hour.
• Total Flexibility: You choose your own shifts via our easy-to-use app.
• Expert Support: Benefit from a dedicated consultant and hands-on guidance with your SSSC registration.
• Growth: Keep your skills sharp with access to industry-standard training and online learning.
• Perks: Enjoy an employee discount scheme and unlimited "Refer a Friend" bonuses.
• Fast-Track: Immediate starts are available for compliant candidates.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-standard, 24-hour care to vulnerable young people.
• Support service users navigating early trauma and emotional behavioural difficulties (EBD).
• Foster independence by accompanying young people to school and community activities.
• Maintain clear professional boundaries while adhering to National Care Standards.
• Collaborate effectively with existing teams to cultivate a safe, nurturing environment.
• Contribute to a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holiday periods.

Qualifications

• Experience: A proven background in a residential setting working with young people.
• Registration: Must be registered (or willing to register) under the PVG scheme.
• Qualifications: SVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) is highly desirable.
• Drivers: A full UK driving licence is preferred.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal skills and a proactive, "can-do" approach to care.

Company Description

Randstad is a leader in recruitment and staffing, committed to connecting skilled professionals with rewarding roles that make a tangible impact. In our children's services sector across Scotland, we take pride in supporting dedicated workers who provide essential care to young people in need. We value our staff and offer the support, training, and flexibility required to thrive in this challenging yet incredibly rewarding field.

To Apply

The children's services sector moves fast, and we are ready to support your next career move. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now or feel free to call us directly. Contact Rosie Jones on [phone removed] to get your application moving today. Not quite the right fit? We are always looking for talented professionals across Scotland, so please reach out to see what other opportunities we have available!

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,be person centred,can work as an individual or part of a team,caring,critical thinking,emotional intelligence,empathy,handling medication,non-judgemental,oral communication,organisational,passionate,patience,report writing (incident logs and daily plans etc),resilient,show initiative,time management,tolerance,understanding,work well under pressure,written communication

qualifications

high school,college

education

SVQ