Location: Galashiels, Scottish Borders
Job Type: Ad Hoc / Temporary
Hourly Rate: Competitive, paid weekly
Shifts Available: Early, Lates, Nights, Weekends – Flexible to suit your availability
Are you an experienced Residential Childcare Worker looking for flexible, rewarding work? We are recruiting passionate and skilled individuals for ad hoc/bank roles in residential childcare services across the Scottish Borders.
About the Role:
You’ll be supporting children and young people in residential care who may have experienced trauma, neglect, or disrupted lives. These roles require resilience, empathy, and the ability to engage young people in a safe, structured, and nurturing environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide day-to-day care and support for children and young people
* Promote safety, stability, and emotional wellbeing
* Build positive relationships and act as a role model
* Support behavioural management and care plans
* Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Requirements:
* Experience working with children or young people in residential or similar settings
* SVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (Children and Young People) or working towards it (preferred)
* Flexibility and reliability for shift-based work
* Strong interpersonal skills and a trauma-informed approach
What We Offer:
* Flexible work to suit your lifestyle
* Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay
* Opportunities across a variety of residential settings
* Ongoing support from a friendly, knowledgeable team
Ready to Join Us?
If you're passionate about making a positive impact in children's lives and want the flexibility of agency work, we’d love to hear from you