Care and Support Worker

5 days ago


Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom City of Edinburgh Council Full time

City of Edinburgh Council is a leading local authority in Scotland, committed to providing excellent services to its residents.

Job Overview

This role offers a unique opportunity to work with children and young people affected by disability, providing personal care, behaviour strategies, and engaging them in various activities.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated individual to join our team as a Residential Care Officer. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality care and support to our service users, ensuring their physical, emotional, and social needs are met.

The ideal candidate will have a qualification that fully meets the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) requirement for unconditional registration. They will also be eligible and prepared to register with the SSSC as a Residential Child Care Worker.

This post involves regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check.

Key Responsibilities
  • Deliver high-quality care and support to service users, including personal care, behaviour strategies, and engagement in activities.
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues and other stakeholders to ensure the best possible outcomes for service users.
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of person-centred plans, ensuring the needs and preferences of service users are respected and valued.
What We Offer

In return for your hard work and dedication, we offer a competitive salary of £35,000 - £40,000 per annum, pro-rata for part-time hours. You will also have access to a range of benefits, including:

  • A comprehensive pension scheme.
  • Generous annual leave entitlement.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
How to Apply

If you are a motivated and caring individual who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application, including your CV and a covering letter, outlining your experience and qualifications.



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