Residential Support Worker
Quick answer
Action for Children is hiring a Residential Support Worker in Edinburgh, Midlothian on a casual basis paying £13.53 per hour to empower young individuals and ensure their well-being.
- Role
- Residential Support Worker
- Organization
- Action for Children
- Location
- Edinburgh, Midlothian
- Compensation
- £13.53 per hour
- Category
- Other
The role
Are you an experienced care professional looking for a rewarding role and career growth? Our Residential Support Worker position is the perfect opportunity for you! You'll use your skills to empower young individuals, build their resilience, and ensure their well-being.
What you'll do
- Taking the lead on support plans, keeping risks under review, and making sure everything stays on track.
- Working with the team and other agencies, pulling together family information, and writing clear, thoughtful reports.
- Being part of reviews, professionals’ meetings, and any court-related work when needed.
- Supporting young people day-to-day, helping with all parts of their daily lives and being a steady, positive presence.
What it takes
- Experience building trust in a care setting
- Good communication with families
- A solution-focused mindset
- Emotional resilience
- Level 3 qualification or willingness to work towards it within two years
What you'll bring
How we treat you
pension scheme, career progression, fantastic training opportunities, employee wellbeing support, employee discount portal with all your favourite brands
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Edinburgh, Midlothian.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is £13.53 per hour.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include experience building trust, good communication with families, a solution-focused mindset, emotional resilience, and a Level 3 qualification or willingness to work towards it within two years.
How can I apply for this position?
You can contact Laura McCarthy at [email protected] quoting reference 13507.
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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