Job advert 36 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year, permanent, 14% shift allowance We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds This vacancy offers the opportunity for Residential Care Officers to join an established core team of residential care staff working over two small residential houses within West Lothian. You will be working in a busy and supportive environment providing 365 day a year 24/7 care for a maximum of 9 young people aged 12-18 over two locations. You will work with potentially challenging young people to assist them to form personal attachments and develop resilience. You must have an understanding of the impact of trauma. You will be supported by 2 assistant house managers and one house manager. You must have an HNC in social care or SVQ 3 and you must be eligible and prepared to register with the SSSC within 6 months of beginning work. This position requires registration with the SSSC. The successful candidate will have six months from the date of commencement of this post to become registered with the SSSC. SSSC stipulate you must submit your application within three months of your start date. If you are already registered with SSSC you will be required to add West Lothian Council to your account This post is considered Regulated Work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scotland Act 2007. From 28 February 2011 preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment being made by West Lothian Council If you have any questions about this post and wish to discuss it further please do not hesitate to contact Al Goodluck, House Manager on 07770815737.