residential childcare worker.

At Randstad, we are currently partnering with a variety of children's services across Scotland that support young people facing social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties. We need dedicated professionals who can step in, provide high-quality care, and hit the ground running.
The Best Bit? You're in Charge. With rates up to £22 per hour, you can manage your work-life balance perfectly. Use our intuitive app to book your own shifts, whether you want to stick to one consistent service or broaden your experience by working across several.
What's in it for you?
Competitive Pay: Earn up to £22 per hour.
Total Flexibility: Choose your own shifts via our easy-to-use app.
Expert Support: A dedicated Randstad consultant and help with your SSSC registration.
Growth: Keep your skills sharp with industry-standard training and online learning.
Perks: Employee discount scheme and unlimited "Refer a Friend" bonuses.
Fast-Track: Immediate starts available for compliant candidates.
Your Role and Responsibilities
Provide high-standard, 24-hour care to vulnerable young people.
Support service users dealing with early trauma and emotional behavioural difficulties (EBD).
Foster independence by accompanying young people to school and community activities.
Maintain clear professional boundaries and adhere to National Care Standards.
Collaborate effectively with existing teams to ensure a safe, nurturing environment.
Work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holiday periods.
What we need from you
Experience: Proven background in a residential setting working with young people.
Registration: Must be registered (or willing to register) under the PVG scheme.
Qualifications: SVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) is highly desirable.
Drivers: A full UK driving licence is preferred.
Communication: Strong interpersonal skills and a proactive "can-do" attitude.
Ready to make a difference?
Don't delay - the children's services sector moves fast and so do we.
Apply now and one of our specialist team will be in touch for an informal chat. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion about our current vacancies, call us on 0131 240 0887.
Not quite the right fit? We are always looking for talented professionals across Scotland. Check out the Randstad website for our full list of residential childcare opportunities.

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.