Residential Social Worker Salary: £40,130 £43,182 (FTE) Location: East Dunbartonshire Employment Type: Permanent Division: Children & Families Hours: 40 hours per week (Full Time) We are recruiting for a Residential Social Worker for our client based in East Dunbartonshire You will be working directly with children and young people as part of a supportive, skilled residential team. Alongside direct care, you ll use your professional social work expertise to contribute to assessments, care planning and decision-making. Strong recording, reporting and reflective practice underpin this role, ensuring every young person receives high-quality, consistent care. Building safe, trusting relationships with children and young people in a residential setting Holding key-worker responsibilities, including completing assessments, care plans and written reports Leading practice during shifts, supporting decision-making, risk assessment and problem solving Coaching and supporting colleagues to embed relational, trauma-informed approaches Contributing to child protection discussions and decisions as needed Working collaboratively with families, social work teams, education and partner agencies Helping maintain a stable, predictable and well-managed home environment Our client is looking for a qualified Social Worker who is confident working within a residential environment and values staying close to direct practice. You will bring sound judgement, empathy and emotional resilience, and be comfortable supporting both young people and colleagues in a variety of challenging situations. This role operates within a 24/7 service, so flexibility is essential including availability for evening and weekend shifts. BA Social Work or equivalent recognised qualification Experience within Children and Families services Ability to complete high-quality assessments, care plans and reports Full manual driving licence and confidence driving pool vehicles Good IT skills, including Microsoft 365 Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings and weekends