Residential Childcare Worker

We are looking for caring, child-centred, innovative, trauma informed and resilient individuals with commitment and ability to be a positive role model and support in the lives of vulnerable young people. If you have experience working in Residential Child Care, we would love to hear from you.

The successful candidates will have experience of supporting vulnerable young people, have a sound knowledge of Children’s Rights, The Promise, GIRFEC, the effects of childhood trauma and have an SVQ Level 3 and HNC or equivalent in Child Care/Social Care or related area, or other relevant qualification at SCQF level 7. (or ACTIVELY working towards). A drivers licence is essential for this post.

You will work with young people of varying ages with different needs, creating a safe, nurturing and trauma Informed environment for them to develop life skills, confidence and independence.

There will also need to register with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) within the first 3 months of employment. This is a legal requirement within the Care sector for individuals to be registered under the relevant category within the six-month timescale of the commencement of employment.

You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills; be adaptable, reliable, and able to work as part of our experienced & supportive team, improving the lives of vulnerable young people.

Some of the duties you will perform:

FTS Care recognises the significant value of partnership working in supporting best outcomes for young people and families where there are significant and complex needs

Supporting young people to attend and engage with education services.

· Supporting young people to participate in the community, have meaningful interactions, positive experiences and develop into confident and responsible adults.

· Being a supportive and knowledgeable source of advice for children and young people at different ages and stages of development

· Supporting with and taking part in activities

· Encouraging and supporting young people with cooking, keeping their home clean and tidy and looking after their own health and wellbeing

· Record keeping in line with GDPR requirements

· Taking part in training for the role

· Working towards continuous improvement in all areas of the role

. Sleep Overs as and when required

Our recruitment process is ongoing so please get in touch and we will send you a job specification and application form. Immediate start available subject to positive interview, clean PVG and positive references.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Permanent

Salary: £23,700 - £25,200 per year, plus sleep over rate

Benefits: Enhanced holiday entitlement, Birthday Leave, Competitive Sleep Over rate, Employee Assistance Programme, Store Discount with Blue Light Card, Casual Dress

Experience:Residential Childcare: 1 year (Required)

For Application form please apply in writing to carolineshepherd@ftscare.com

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £23,700.00-£25,200.00 per year

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Casual dress
• Company pension
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Experience:

• Residential Childcare : 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person