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Residential Support Worker

LocationEdinburgh
SetupOn-site
LevelEntry
Posted1w ago
Programs & Operations

Quick answer

Action for Children is hiring a Residential Support Worker in Edinburgh, offering £26,500 per annum, for full-time and part-time hours, to support young people with learning disabilities and challenging behaviors.

Role
Residential Support Worker
Organization
Action for Children
Location
Edinburgh
Work setup
On-site
Level
Entry
Compensation
£26,500 per annum
Category
Programs & Operations

The role

Residential Support Worker position at Action for Children in Edinburgh, offering full-time and part-time hours, with a salary of £26,500 per annum. The role involves supporting young people with learning disabilities and challenging behaviors, providing care and support, and working with clinical partners to create support plans.

What you'll do

  • Planning and coordinating care
  • Assessing needs and managing risk
  • Working with other agencies
  • Representing the needs of young people
  • Supporting young people in daily life
  • Communicating with young people, colleagues, and professionals

What it takes

  • Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
  • Experience in a care setting
  • Building trusting relationships
  • Using different communication methods
  • Problem-solving and solution-focused mindset
  • Positive approach to change and challenge

What you'll bring

Experience in a care settingBuilding trusting relationshipsUsing different communication methodsProblem-solving and solution-focused mindsetLevel 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)

How we treat you

Over 7 weeks inclusive paid leave, option to compress hours, rolling 6 weekly work pattern, excellent training, flexible maternity and paternity packages, up to 5% employer contribution and life assurance, Blue Light Card eligibility, paid annual Wellbeing Day

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

The job is located in Edinburgh, Scotland.

What is the compensation?

The compensation is £26,500 per annum.

What are the key qualifications required?

Key qualifications include a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent), experience in a care setting, and a positive approach to change and challenge.

How do I apply?

Applications should be submitted via the careers page, and further questions can be directed to Laura McCarthy at [email protected] quoting reference 13829.

How to apply

Apply directly on Action for Children's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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