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Are you an enthusiastic Residential Childcare Worker ready for a new challenge? Can you inspire a child in care to look to the future? If the answer is yes, then we want to hear from you. We are currently recruiting for full-time and relief roles across our specialist residential homes in Perthshire, Tayside and Fife. This is a truly rewarding opportunity to support children with complex needs, including autism, learning disabilities, and mental health difficulties, within a beautiful rural setting that emphasises outdoor learning and animal therapy.
Job Responsibility:
Supporting the social and educational needs of children, including accompanying them in classroom environments
Acting as a key worker to provide one-to-one support and fostering nurturing relationships
Developing engaging activities based on the specific interests and therapeutic needs of the young people
Implementing individual care plans and using positive behaviour management techniques to manage risks
Maintaining high standards in line with National Care Standards and coordinating with the wider care team
Requirements:
Minimum 1 year previous experience working in a care setting with young people
Understanding of legislation, behaviour management, and attachment theory
Strong communication skills
Full driving licence
Ideally hold an SVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or be willing to work towards this)
Be registered (or eligible to register) under the PVG scheme
Nice to have:
Experience with non-verbal children is a plus
What we offer:
Sleepover payments and overtime
Flexible Rotas: Shifts designed to fit your lifestyle, typically 2 or 3 24-hour shifts per week
Financial Perks: Employee discount scheme and unlimited friend referral bonuses
Wellbeing Support: Access to mental health and financial wellbeing tools
Professional Growth: Extensive training through a dedicated academy, including industry-standard courses and support with SSSC registration