Job Description
Do you have the passion and expertise to make a real difference to the lives of vulnerable children?
Our client operates a warm, nurturing residential cottage on the outskirts of Dumfries and Galloway, specifically designed to support four young people navigating complex emotional journeys. We are seeking a seasoned care professional to join a dedicated team that prioritises outdoor engagement and meaningful, trust-based interactions. If you are an experienced practitioner looking for a role where your skills can truly shape a future, this is your next step.
The Best Bit: Impact, Stability, and Reward
This is a permanent, full-time opportunity offering a structured "2 on, 4 off" shift pattern, including overnight sleep-ins. You will benefit from a competitive base salary of £25,642 - £26,032, enhanced by approximately £8,000 per year in sleep-in payments, ensuring your total earnings reflect your professional value.
What's in it for you?
* Market-Leading Total Pay: Significant earnings boost via a generous sleep-in allowance.
* Immediate Incentives: Receive a £500 welcome bonus and access to a £1,000 "Refer a Friend" scheme.
* Professional Advancement: Specialist high-level training and clear pathways for career progression.
* Comprehensive Security: 24/7 support helplines and access to hardship grants.
* Exclusive Benefits: Wide-ranging discounts at major UK retailers and a highly supportive team culture.
Your Role and Responsibilities
As an experienced member of the team, you will serve as a stable foundation for young people, utilising your background in care to manage complex needs and foster emotional growth.
* Expert Advocacy: Deliver high-standard, 24-hour care tailored to the individual needs of young people.
* Behavioural Support: Use your experience to support service users dealing with early trauma and emotional difficulties.
* Life Skills Mentorship: Guide young people through daily routines, from educational preparation to developing independence.
* Activity Leadership: Lead creative projects and outdoor excursions, ensuring a vibrant and active home life.
* Clinical Excellence: Confidently manage digital care records and contribute to the ongoing assessment of young people's progress.
What We Need From You
We are looking for a dedicated professional who understands the nuances of the residential care sector and can hit the ground running.
* Proven Experience: A solid background in residential childcare, youth work, or a similar specialist care setting.
* Resilient Character: You must be patient, warm, and highly skilled in de-escalation and emotional encouragement.
* Licensing: A full UK Manual driving licence is an essential requirement for this position.
* Regulatory Compliance: You must pass an enhanced PVG check and provide a comprehensive, robust employment history.
* Technical Proficiency: Comfort using electronic reporting systems to maintain accurate and professional records.
Ready to make a difference?
Don't delay: the children's services sector moves fast. This is more than a career move; it is an opportunity to join a premier provider committed to safeguarding and empowering the next generation.
Apply now to join a team where your experience is valued and your impact is lasting.
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.
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