Residential Childcare Worker
Location:Bishopbriggs, Glasgow
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Contract Type:Permanent- Full Time
Hours:37 hours per week Rotational shifts (early/late), covering 7 days per week
Salary:£30,069- £37,672
21HSC areinviting passionate individuals to join a team dedicated to transforming young lives. This is more than a job; its a chance to work in a secure, supportive environment where every day brings fresh challenges and real rewards.
If youre resilient, compassionate, and committed to helping young people reach their full potential, youll find this role both inspiring and impactful.
Role Purpose: Residential Child Care Worker
In this role, youll be at the heart of safeguarding and supporting young people within a residential/secure setting. Youll create a safe, engaging environment that respects individuality, promotes rights, and upholds equality and confidentiality. Your work will follow legislative and organisational standards while contributing to a culture of trust, learning, and opportunity. In addition, you may take on specific responsibilities that help the service run smoothly and effectively.
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
* Promote the wellbeing, safety, and protection of young people.
* Contribute to the assessment of needs and risks, developing and implementing care plans.
* Support young people in building life skills, independence, and positive relationships.
* Promote and facilitate educational, recreational, and vocational opportunities.
* Manage and respond to challenging behaviour in a calm and constructive manner.
* Maintain accurate records and provide written reports as required.
* Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
* Ensure health, safety, and safeguarding standards are met at all times.
Essential Requirements:
* Sound knowledge of the role and responsibilities of a Residential Child Care Worker
* Understanding of Employer and Employee Code of Conduct (SSSC)
* Experience working in social care (preferably in residential childcare or secure care)
* Possess a HNC in Social Care and SVQ Level 3 in Care (Children and Young People)
* Ability to manage time effectively and organise workload
* Mental resilience and patience to handle challenging situation
Desirable:
* Full UK driving licence
* Previous experience in residential or secure childcare
* Proven experience in working with children and young people
Personal Qualities:
* Self-motivated with a positive, can-do attitude
* Approachable, flexible, and adaptable
* Able to work independently with minimal supervision
* Demonstrates empathy, active listening, and open-mindedness
* Committed to continuous professional development
Benefits:
* Competitive salary based on qualifications.
* Strathclyde Pension Fund membership.
* 20 days annual leave plus 12 public holidays (increasing with service).
* Opportunities for professional development and qualifications. xsngvjr
To Apply:
Click Apply and submit your up-to-date CV. For more information, a detailed job description and confidential discussion, please contact Danielle Frame at 21HSC. Successful applicants will be contacted to attend an initial interview with 21HSC, before progressing to a formal meeting with the Senior Management Team.