Residential Child Care Worker (Night Shift)
Full-Time | Permanent
Salary: £26,812.50 – £28,138.50 per year
Additional earnings available through overtime and optional sleepover shifts (£82 per sleep)
We are looking for a calm and reliable nightshift worker to support vulnerable young people, providing a safe and reassuring presence throughout the night, with opportunities to increase earnings through overtime and optional sleepover shifts.
This is a role where your presence and consistency can have a real impact on a young person’s sense of safety and wellbeing.
This is a waking nightshift role with no contractual sleepover requirement, ideal for someone who prefers a quieter working environment and is confident working independently while providing consistent, calm support.
You will support young people overnight by carrying out wellbeing checks, responding to any needs, maintaining a safe and settled environment, and completing records.
You will also help prepare the home for the day ahead while working as part of a supportive and experienced team who value communication and consistency.
Requirements:
- Experience supporting vulnerable young people
- Understanding of trauma and its impact
- Knowledge of Children’s Rights, The Promise and GIRFEC
- At least one relevant qualification (SVQ Level 3, HNC or equivalent)
- Full UK driving licence
What we offer:
- 35 days of annual leave plus your birthday off
- Christmas bonus
- Internal and external training, including trauma-informed practice
- Supportive team and management
- Opportunities for overtime
- Option to pick up sleepover shifts at £82 per sleep for additional income
- You will be required to register with the SSSC within three months of starting employment and achieve full registration within six months.
We are recruiting on an ongoing basis, with an immediate start available subject to satisfactory checks.
To apply, please email: carolineshepherd@ftscare.com
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £26,812.50-£28,138.50 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee mentoring programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Education:
- Certificate of Higher Education (preferred)
Experience:
- residential childcare: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
