Residential Childcare Worker – Outcomes First Group (Options Autism)
Salary: £19,500 per annum (not pro‑rata). Hours: Part‑time, permanent – 30 hours per week, 4 days out of 7, 7.5 hours per day (alternate weekends/mixture of late and early starts).
Essential
* A full driving licence
* Right to work in the UK
How we reward you
* Basic Salary – £19,500 per annum
* ‘Journey to Management’ programme – all qualifications funded by us
* Life Assurance
* Pension scheme – options to increase contributions
* Well‑being support – “Your Wellbeing Matters” and physical health checks
Additional benefits via Flexible Benefits Platform Vista
* A wide range of health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
* 100+ discount options in the UK and abroad
* Cycle to Work Schemes
* Electric Car Purchase Scheme
* Critical illness cover
* Family Growth Support – enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
The Opportunity
No prior experience required, just a big heart and a passion for making a difference. We’re looking for someone who demonstrates:
* Patience, resilience and calmness in all situations
* A genuine commitment to supporting and empowering others
Key Duties
* Support occupants with appointments and activities such as shopping and trips out
* Complete relevant paperwork and documentation accurately and promptly
* Undertake household tasks to maintain a safe and comfortable environment
* Engage occupants in meaningful tasks and activities to promote well‑being and independence
Location
Closeburn House – an 11‑bed registered accommodation for individuals aged 10–16 in Closeburn.
Maben House – a 10‑bed registered accommodation for individuals aged 6–16 in Lochmaben.
About the Company
Options Autism is part of Outcomes First Group, a national provider of specialist education, care and therapeutic services for individuals with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties.
How to apply
Click Apply or visit www.outcomesfirstgroup.co.uk/jobs/ to find the relevant vacancy. Use the search by role, location or distance.
Equal Opportunities
We are an equal‑opportunity employer and welcome all qualified candidates. Outcomes First Group is committed to fair recruitment, safeguarding children, young people and adults, and complies with all anti‑discrimination laws. All successful applicants will receive a free fully Enhanced PVG and reimbursement of the Update Service Fee.
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