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Residential Childcare Worker- Waking Nights
Job Posted: 20 hours ago
Salary: £ 26,500 - 26,500 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: FK1, Falkirk, Stirling and Falkirk
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Residential Childcare Worker
Location: Falkirk
Contract Type: Permanent – Full Time Waking Night Postion (37.5 hours per week)
Salary: £26,300 per annum
The organisation is currently seeking compassionate and motivated Residential Childcare Workers to join their dedicated team in Falkirk. They are committed to creating nurturing, safe, and structured environments where young people can grow, heal, and thrive.
Successful candidates will play a key role in supporting children and young people through meaningful relationships, consistent care, and high professional standards.
About the Role:
Successful candidates will provide safe, supportive, and nurturing care for children and young people aged 8 to 21. Working as part of a skilled and caring team, you will help young people build resilience, develop life skills, and achieve positive outcomes through guidance, structure, and role modelling.
This is a full-time, permanent, Waking Night postion, across residential homes in the Falkirk area.
Key Responsibilities:
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Deliver high-quality, person-centred care in line with each young person’s care plan.
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Act as a Key Worker, offering consistent support, advocacy, and guidance.
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Safeguard the welfare of children and young people in line with relevant legislation and local authority policies.
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Encourage independence, confidence, and positive daily routines.
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Support participation in education, recreation, and community activities.
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Develop and maintain strong, trusting relationships with young people, colleagues, and families.
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Contribute to care reviews, meetings, and accurate record keeping.
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Promote structure, stability, and emotional wellbeing within the home.
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Work collaboratively with external agencies to provide coordinated support.
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Participate in training, supervision, and reflective practice to enhance professional development.
Essential Requirements:
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HNC in social care and SVQ Level 3 in Care (Children and Young People)
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Minimum of 1 year’s experience in Residential Childcare or a similar social care setting.
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Sound knowledge of the role and responsibilities of a Residential Childcare Worker.
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Understanding of the SSSC Employee Code of Conduct.
Desirable:
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Educated to SQA standard (or equivalent).
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Full UK driving licence.
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Willingness to undertake all required training.
Skills and Knowledge:
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Effective communication with colleagues, agencies, children, and families.
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Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
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Initiative and flexibility in a dynamic care environment.
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Accurate reporting and record keeping to a high standard.
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Professional, calm approach in challenging situations.
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Understanding of National Care Standards and safeguarding principles.
What’s on Offer:
The organisation values the significant contribution of their staff and is committed to creating a positive, empathic, and proactive working environment.
They invest in their people through continuous training and professional development, guided by Health & Social Care Standards and The Promise, empowering their team to meet the diverse needs of the children and young people they support.
Staff receive specialist training in areas such as:
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Child Protection and Public Protection
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Child Sexual Exploitation
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GIRFEC Framework
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Trauma, Attachment & Resilience
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Duty of Care and Duty of Candour
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Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (with a focus on de-escalation)
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to apply through the recruitment agency by submitting an up-to-date CV and a short cover letter outlining relevant experience and motivation for applying.
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