Job Description
�? Change Lives Every Day - Become a Residential Childcare Worker �?
?? Locations: Corstorphine (Edinburgh), Fauldhouse (Bathgate), Gorebridge
?? Salary: £30,772 - £37,021 (Incl. sleepover allowance)
?? Shifts: Full-time & Part-time options available
Do you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of young people? Are you resilient, caring, and ready to help children grow, heal, and thrive in a supportive environment?
We're looking for experienced Residential Childcare Workers to join our dedicated team across multiple homes in Scotland. In this role, you'll become a consistent, trusted adult in a child's life-providing emotional and practical support, building positive routines, and helping them achieve their goals.
What You'll Do:
Be a consistent source of safety, structure, and care for vulnerable children
Support young people who have experienced trauma, neglect, or disability
Help children build resilience and confidence through everyday guidance and positive relationships
Work as a keyworker to ensure individual needs are met and personal development plans are followed
Collaborate with families and professionals to support holistic care planning
Your Shift Options:
?? Full-Time: 3 x 24-hour shifts (includes 8-hour sleepover) followed by 3 days off on a rolling 9-week rota
?? Part-Time: 12-hour or 6-hour shifts
Enhanced pay on Christmas and New Year's Day
Who We're Looking For:
? Minimum 2 years' experience in residential childcare
? SVQ3 Children & Young People + HNC (or working towards them)
? Registered (or eligible to register) with the SSSC
? Valid UK driving licence (essential)
? Confident, compassionate, and able to work unsocial hours
What You'll Receive:
�? Pay rates from £12.50 - £15.50/hour (Min. £14/hour for qualified staff)
�? Sleep-in & attendance bonuses
�? Free meals during shifts
?? Company vehicle for work use
?? Access to CPD training including CALM & ATLAS learning
?? Employee Assistance Programme
??? Free PVG check
�? Clear path to promotion + ongoing support
?? Ready to take the next step in transforming young lives? Apply today and be the difference that lasts a lifetime.
If you have any further questions or wish to apply for this role then please get in touch with Akhil on
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Are you thinking about a change in your career but not sure about this role? Whether you are an existing
candidate, new to the locum market and are exploring some options or looking for a new permanent role
We have several exciting opportunities with competitive pay and flexibility. If you wish to discuss this further please callor emailand we would be happy to have a confidential discussion.
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.