Residential Childcare Practitioner
Caretech - Castle Douglas
£13.45 to £13.65 an hour
PermanentFull time
Role: Residential Childcare Worker Location: Castle Douglas Pay: £26,227 to £30,160 plus £67.50 per sleep-in, expect 10 sleeps per month = an additional £8000 + over the year - OTE £38,160 A Full UK driving license is needed for this role and we are unable to offer visa sponsorships for this vacancy. Extraordinary Days Every Day Are you ready for a role that truly makes a difference? If so, apply today and make this year the start of something amazing. We welcome applicants with and without experience and from backgrounds such as education, youth work, childcare, healthcare, social care, learning disabilities, SEN and community services. At ACAD, you’re not just working - you’re shaping futures, furthermore as a support worker, based within Castle Douglas, every moment you spend with our young people helps them feel safe, valued and supported. A simple "How was your day?", a shared laugh over a board game or encouragement during a tough moment - these small interactions build trust and shape lives. Some days will be challenging but every breakthrough, every smile and every step forward will remind you why this work truly matters. What You’ll Do As a residential support worker, you will support young people with their daily routines, getting them ready for school, prepping for meal times and planning activities. Create a warm, homely environment by helping with light housekeeping Build strong, meaningful relationships and provide emotional support Plan and join fun activities like trips to the park, popcorn & movie nights or creative projects Keep essential records to ensure the best possible care Must be comfortable using an electronic care recording system on a daily basis to document, monitor, and update children and young people’s records accurately. Where You’ll Do It Torrs is made up of 5 individual homes, which are registered to support 9 young people. We focus on activities that promote the health and wellbeing of our young people, guiding them through the next stages in their life and being a safe space for them to express themselves. Who You Are Warm, patient, a great listener and encourager, focused on achieving outcomes for others. No prior experience? No problem. If you have the passion, we’ll provide the training. Why Join Us? £500 Welcome Bonus £1000 Refer a Friend Bonus Full-time contract + Paid Induction Career development with specialist training 24/7 support helpline Hardship grants via the CareTech Foundation. Your Next Step This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to change lives, one extraordinary day at a time. Join us and be part of something meaningful. Apply today. Safeguarding Statement CareTech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced PVG check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups. CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a Disability Confident Leader.
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Casual Childcare Practitioner
Fife Council - Fife
£14.27 to £14.27 an hour
Field-basedPermanentPart time
We are looking to add to our pool of Casual Childcare Practitioners who support our out of school club across Fife. As a Casual Childcare Practitioner, you will be expected to: Plan, facilitate and supervise a wide range of play-based activities and social experiences both in and outdoors. This will include setting up the play space to ensure it is safe, stimulating and welcoming. Empower children to lead their own play, guiding them on as needed to boost their creativity and independence. Support children to prepare healthy snacks in line with dietary and nutritional need and guidelines. Support and encourage children to build confidence, self-esteem and lifelong skills through play and exploration. Deal with accidents and incidents, responding calmly and professional, ensuring children’s health and wellbeing needs are met. Work with other Practitioners, the Senior Childcare Practitioner and Childcare Manager to complete range of paperwork to ensure the service runs smoothly and all information is recorded accurately. For further information please contact: Gary Peattie - Gary.Peattie@fife.gov.uk Not all our vacancies are advertised here. Please visit www.fife.gov.uk/jobs to view all our current vacancies. While you are on our site, why not sign up for 'Job Alerts' and we will email you when we advertise a vacancy that you may be interested in. Refer to our FAQ page if you require further guidance.
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Residential Childcare Worker
The Cambian Group - Colchester
£13.19 to £13.81 an hour
PermanentFull time
Are you a dedicated, compassionate person looking for an exciting new career within Residential Care? Are you a caring individual with a genuine desire to make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people? Are you wanting to join a supportive team in a career you can grow in? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! What we are offering: £30 sleep in payment per mandatory sleep in shift Plus, an additional overtime pay of 1.2x your hourly rate. Hours: 40 hours per week on a rotational basis (rota provided 4 weeks in advance) Shift Patterns: 2 – 3 shifts per week (Typical shift pattern is 2 on 4 off. 08:00am until 11:00pm – with sleep in) We are looking for Residential Care workers to join our home within Bedford and Essex who can establish meaningful relationships creating a positive, warm, and rewarding environment. We need somebody who can provide a supportive role in the lives of young people, able to give advice, assistance and support in order to help empower young them in addressing past and present difficulties. The nature of the work is dynamic and diverse, with each day presenting new and unique tasks – no two days are the same! From organising activities to 1:1 support to attending off site activities there is no telling what each day would bring. As a Residential Care Worker, you'll need to be adaptable, flexible and a pro at reading situations to guide our young people towards making positive choices. Key responsibilities include: Providing emotional support during challenging times Fostering ambition in young people, assisting them in achieving their goals and maximising their potential Offering support in the educational pursuits of young individuals Maintaining accurate records and preparing written reports for planning meetings, reviews or any other meetings as directed by the line manager. Empowering young people to actively participate in decision-making about their lives and future Acting as an advocate in meetings where the young person is the subject of discussion Encouraging community engagement, attending off-site activities, and expanding their personal social networks Meeting the needs of children and young people, organising social activities and maintaining the home (laundry, cooking, cleaning shopping etc.) Qualifications/Experience/Requirements: Minimum age requirement: 21 years old Full UK driving license preferable No prior experience necessary, only a commitment and passion for working with young people Attendance at a 2-week training program required Must have availability for sleep-in shifts Benefits: £30 additional payment per sleep-in shift Enhanced DBS covered Comprehensive induction and training provided 2-3 shifts per week for an excellent work/life balance Rota provided 4 weeks in advance If you are enthusiastic about making a difference in the lives of young people, we invite you to join our dedicated team. Apply now and embark on a fulfilling career journey with us!
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Childcare Worker Residential
Brook Street - Redhill, Surrey
£28,129 to £28,129 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Childcare Worker Location: Redhill, Surrey Salary: £28,129 per annum Contract: Full-time, Permanent About the Role We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Childcare Worker to join a professional care team supporting children and young people with complex needs, including emotional and behavioural challenges. This full-time role involves providing consistent, nurturing, and structured care within a supportive residential environment. Key Responsibilities Provide high-quality day-to-day care and emotional support to children and young people Build positive, trusting relationships that promote emotional well-being and development Support children in achieving their personal, social, and educational goals Maintain a safe, clean, and engaging home environment in line with safeguarding and health & safety policies Assist with care planning, daily routines, and behaviour management strategies Maintain accurate records and contribute to reports for internal and external professionals Promote independence, confidence, and self-esteem through tailored support and encouragement What We're Looking For Previous experience working with children or young people, particularly in a residential or supported care setting Understanding of trauma-informed care and behavioural support strategies Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills Ability to stay calm under pressure and handle challenging behaviours constructively Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people Benefits Competitive salary of up to £28,129 per year Ongoing training and development opportunities Supportive and inclusive team environment Opportunities for career progression within a values-driven organisation
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Childcare Worker Residential
Brook Street - Redhill, Surrey
£28,129 to £28,129 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Childcare Worker Location: Redhill, Surrey Salary: £28,129 per annum Contract: Full-time, Permanent About the Role We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Childcare Worker to join a professional care team supporting children and young people with complex needs, including emotional and behavioural challenges. This full-time role involves providing consistent, nurturing, and structured care within a supportive residential environment. Key Responsibilities Provide high-quality day-to-day care and emotional support to children and young people Build positive, trusting relationships that promote emotional well-being and development Support children in achieving their personal, social, and educational goals Maintain a safe, clean, and engaging home environment in line with safeguarding and health & safety policies Assist with care planning, daily routines, and behaviour management strategies Maintain accurate records and contribute to reports for internal and external professionals Promote independence, confidence, and self-esteem through tailored support and encouragement What We're Looking For Previous experience working with children or young people, particularly in a residential or supported care setting Understanding of trauma-informed care and behavioural support strategies Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills Ability to stay calm under pressure and handle challenging behaviours constructively Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people Benefits Competitive salary of up to £28,129 per year Ongoing training and development opportunities Supportive and inclusive team environment Opportunities for career progression within a values-driven organisation
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Reception Teacher, option to lead Early Years and Year 1 (Maternity Cover)
Teaching Vacancies - Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
ContractFull time
What skills and experience we're looking for The successful candidate will: • Be an excellent classroom practitioner with a strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. • Have high expectations for children’s learning, development and wellbeing. • Demonstrate creativity, enthusiasm and a commitment to inclusive practice. • Work effectively as part of a supportive and collaborative team. • Have excellent communication and organisational skills. • Be committed to maintaining high standards of teaching and learning. The Early Years & Year 1 Leader role (where applicable) will include: • Leading and developing the Early Years and Year 1 curriculum and provision. • Supporting and mentoring colleagues within the Early Years and Year 1 team. • Monitoring standards and driving continuous improvement. • Working closely with senior leaders to promote excellence across the phase. • Leading phonics. What the school offers its staff We offer: • A welcoming and supportive school community. • Enthusiastic and engaged children who enjoy learning. • Dedicated and friendly colleagues. • Opportunities for professional development and leadership experience. • A well-resourced and inspiring learning environment. Further details about the role We are seeking an enthusiastic, creative and committed Reception Teacher to join our Early Years team from January 2027 at Queen Emma, to cover a period of maternity leave. This is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding practitioner who is passionate about providing high-quality early years education and creating a nurturing, stimulating environment in which every child can thrive. The successful candidate will be dedicated to fostering children’s curiosity, independence and love of learning during these important formative years. For candidates with the appropriate experience and leadership aspirations, there is also the opportunity to undertake the role of Early Years and Year 1 phase leader role, providing strategic leadership across the Early Years provision and working closely with colleagues to ensure excellent outcomes for all pupils. Please indicate on your application if you are interested in this additional leadership experience. This additional responsibility attracts a TLR payment. Commitment to safeguarding The Queens’ Federation (comprising Queen Edith and Queen Emma Primary Schools) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
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Childcare Development and Sufficiency Officer - School Aged Childcare Focus
inploi - Wigan
Competitive
PermanentFull time
Priority Candidates will be considered in the first instance Salary: Grade 7, £32,597 - £36,363 per annum. 37 hours per week Temporary 12-month contract We're on a journey to build a workforce reflective of our Borough. We are committed to fostering diverse teams where everybody can bring their authentic selves to work and feel that they belong. If you want to work for a Council where everybody is encouraged to meet their full potential and make a difference in our neighbourhoods, we would love to hear from you! Your role: As a Childcare Development and Sufficiency Officer, you will play a key role in ensuring children and families across Wigan have access to high-quality childcare and school-aged provision. Working with schools, childminders, nurseries and other childcare providers, you will support the development and sustainability of childcare services, including breakfast clubs, after-school and holiday provision. You will analyse childcare sufficiency data, support business planning and funding applications, and help shape local childcare provision to meet current and future demand. About you: We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive individual who is passionate about improving access to high-quality childcare for children and families. You will have experience of working with schools, childcare providers or community organisations and be confident in building positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. You'll be able to provide practical advice, business support and guidance to help establish and sustain childcare provision, including breakfast, after-school and holiday clubs. Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills are essential, along with the ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and support projects from planning through to delivery. About us: You'll join a passionate and supportive Early Learning and Childcare team committed to improving outcomes for children and families across the borough. We work collaboratively with schools, childcare providers and partners to develop innovative solutions that expand access to quality childcare. At Wigan Council, we are proud of our Be Wigan values and our commitment to supporting staff through opportunities for learning, development, wellbeing and flexible working. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to children, families and communities. The Progress with Unity plan is a place movement for change for the next decade, bringing a new era for Wigan Borough. It draws on the strengths of our individual organisations, recognising that together we can achieve much more for our communities by delivering on our 2 place missions; create fair opportunities for all children, families, residents and businesses and make our towns and neighbourhoods flourish for those who live and work in them. Here at Wigan, we are proud to support flexible working patterns, when the service can accommodate this. We also take a blended approach to where we work, depending on the work we do. This may include working from home, the office, or the community. We like to thank our employees for their hard work and commitment by giving them the opportunity to access a range of exclusive rewards and benefits click here to find out more about working for #TeamWigan. To be appointed to this role you must be able to prove your right to work in the UK, and you must maintain a valid (active) right to work. Please note, at present we are not a licenced sponsor. Please visit the link below to check you qualify to apply. Prove your right to work to an employer: Overview - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) Prove your right to work to an employer Wigan Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. As part of this commitment, Wigan Council operates robust Safer Recruitment procedures For an informal discussion about the role, please contact: Angela Bostock - Early Years Operational Support Manager at angela.bostock@wigan.gov.uk Interview date: Friday 2nd October 2026 To view the details relating to this position, please click the links below: Supporting Documents ↗ Job Specification ↗ Privacy Notice
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Early Years Education/Child Care Officer - (Temp/Part Time/Term Time) - REF:ECOD/08226 - INV06856
Inverclyde Council - Port Glasgow
£33,433 to £35,381 a year
On-siteTemporaryPart time
Job Description Early Yrs Educ/Child Care Off REF: ECOD/ 08226 Salary: Grade 5 £33,433 - £35,381 Location: Rainbow Family Centre Hours Per Week: 18.5 Hours Duration: Temp Until June 27 Inverclyde Council offers a wide range of benefits to employees including flexible working opportunities, attractive pension schemes, a Buy and Bank Annual Leave Scheme, career development and health and wellbeing support. You can find out more in our Employee Benefits Booklet which is available on our website Employee Benefits - Inverclyde Council Important Applicant Information: Please read the Essential Applicant Information details prior to submitting your application. Please note that if you apply via this website it is important that you regularly check your emails following your application submission. All further communication regarding your application, including any invite to interview and, if relevant, details of any formal offer/contract, will be done by email. You should ensure that your email is set up to receive emails from MYJOBSCOTLAND and Inverclyde Council, and that they are not filtered into any JUNK/SPAM folders. Inverclyde Council is an accredited Living Wage Employer paying the Living Wage Rate where required. Please click the link to `Essential Applicant Information’ above for more information. Inverclyde Council is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcomes applications from all members of the community. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK as we do not hold a sponsorship license. Vetting by Disclosure Scotland If you work in regulated work (children and/or protected adults) you will be subject to obtaining a satisfactory PVG. A small number of posts require a Standard or Basic Disclosure check and the majority of all other posts will complete a Criminal Convictions Form. All disclosure checks are obtained via Disclosure Scotland. If you are the successful candidate you will be required to pay the cost of the disclosure check required for your post. Regulatory Bodies If your post requires registration with a Regulatory Body such as HCPC or SSSC etc., you are required to obtain and maintain registration including paying any fees for HCPC. As part of the local government pay deal, local authority staff are no longer required to pay SSSC fees. Further Assistance Alternative application packs can be requested in other formats for example, Large Print, Braille and Audio. To request an alternative application pack or require further assistance to attend and/or participate in an interview, please contact the HR Recruitment Team on 01475 712740 or email Human Resources at: Human.Resources@inverclyde.gov.uk. Armed Forces Personnel/Reservists Inverclyde Council welcomes applications from former armed forces personnel / reservists. Many of the skills picked up during your military career could be transferred directly into a role with local government. Disability Confident We are a Disability Confident Leader and offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who consider themselves to be disabled and who meet the essential criteria for the job. Flexible Working Inverclyde Council recognises the mutual benefits of having a flexible, effective workforce to deliver the best services to our community, whilst enabling employees to balance their personal, home and work responsibilities more effectively, with a view to achieving greater job satisfaction, motivation, morale and productivity. Employees are able to apply for a range of options including Part-Time Working, Job share, Compressed Hours, Homeworker, Hybrid Working and Flexible Retirement. More detail can be found in the Flexible Working Policy, linked in the download section of our Employee Benefits web page. Early Years You must be aware that all early years services can be delivered between the hours of 8am and 6pm and you must be able to work your contracted hours between these times.
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Early Years Education/Child Care Officer - (Temp/Part Time/Term Time) - REF:ECOD/10526 - INV06854
Inverclyde Council - Port Glasgow
£33,433 to £35,381 a year
On-siteTemporaryPart time
Job Description Early Yrs Educ/Child Care Off REF: ECOD/ 10526 Salary: Grade 5 £33,433 - £35,381 Location: Rainbow Family Centre Hours Per Week: 18.5 Hours Duration: Temp For Up To 1 Year Inverclyde Council offers a wide range of benefits to employees including flexible working opportunities, attractive pension schemes, a Buy and Bank Annual Leave Scheme, career development and health and wellbeing support. You can find out more in our Employee Benefits Booklet which is available on our website Employee Benefits - Inverclyde Council Important Applicant Information: Please read the Essential Applicant Information details prior to submitting your application. Please note that if you apply via this website it is important that you regularly check your emails following your application submission. All further communication regarding your application, including any invite to interview and, if relevant, details of any formal offer/contract, will be done by email. You should ensure that your email is set up to receive emails from MYJOBSCOTLAND and Inverclyde Council, and that they are not filtered into any JUNK/SPAM folders. Inverclyde Council is an accredited Living Wage Employer paying the Living Wage Rate where required. Please click the link to `Essential Applicant Information’ above for more information. Inverclyde Council is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcomes applications from all members of the community. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK as we do not hold a sponsorship license. Vetting by Disclosure Scotland If you work in regulated work (children and/or protected adults) you will be subject to obtaining a satisfactory PVG. A small number of posts require a Standard or Basic Disclosure check and the majority of all other posts will complete a Criminal Convictions Form. All disclosure checks are obtained via Disclosure Scotland. If you are the successful candidate you will be required to pay the cost of the disclosure check required for your post. Regulatory Bodies If your post requires registration with a Regulatory Body such as HCPC or SSSC etc., you are required to obtain and maintain registration including paying any fees for HCPC. As part of the local government pay deal, local authority staff are no longer required to pay SSSC fees. Further Assistance Alternative application packs can be requested in other formats for example, Large Print, Braille and Audio. To request an alternative application pack or require further assistance to attend and/or participate in an interview, please contact the HR Recruitment Team on 01475 712740 or email Human Resources at: Human.Resources@inverclyde.gov.uk. Armed Forces Personnel/Reservists Inverclyde Council welcomes applications from former armed forces personnel / reservists. Many of the skills picked up during your military career could be transferred directly into a role with local government. Disability Confident We are a Disability Confident Leader and offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who consider themselves to be disabled and who meet the essential criteria for the job. Flexible Working Inverclyde Council recognises the mutual benefits of having a flexible, effective workforce to deliver the best services to our community, whilst enabling employees to balance their personal, home and work responsibilities more effectively, with a view to achieving greater job satisfaction, motivation, morale and productivity. Employees are able to apply for a range of options including Part-Time Working, Job share, Compressed Hours, Homeworker, Hybrid Working and Flexible Retirement. More detail can be found in the Flexible Working Policy, linked in the download section of our Employee Benefits web page. Early Years You must be aware that all early years services can be delivered between the hours of 8am and 6pm and you must be able to work your contracted hours between these times.
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Early Years Education/Child Care Officer - (Temp/Part Time/Term Time) - REF:ECOD/08026 - INV06855
Inverclyde Council - Port Glasgow
£33,433 to £35,381 a year
On-siteTemporaryPart time
Job Description Early Yrs Educ/Child Care Off REF: ECOD/ 08026 Salary: Grade 5 £33,433 - £35,381 Location: St Francis Nursery School Hours Per Week: 18.5 Hours Duration: Temp For Up To 1 Year Inverclyde Council offers a wide range of benefits to employees including flexible working opportunities, attractive pension schemes, a Buy and Bank Annual Leave Scheme, career development and health and wellbeing support. You can find out more in our Employee Benefits Booklet which is available on our website Employee Benefits - Inverclyde Council Important Applicant Information: Please read the Essential Applicant Information details prior to submitting your application. Please note that if you apply via this website it is important that you regularly check your emails following your application submission. All further communication regarding your application, including any invite to interview and, if relevant, details of any formal offer/contract, will be done by email. You should ensure that your email is set up to receive emails from MYJOBSCOTLAND and Inverclyde Council, and that they are not filtered into any JUNK/SPAM folders. Inverclyde Council is an accredited Living Wage Employer paying the Living Wage Rate where required. Please click the link to `Essential Applicant Information’ above for more information. Inverclyde Council is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcomes applications from all members of the community. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK as we do not hold a sponsorship license. Vetting by Disclosure Scotland If you work in regulated work (children and/or protected adults) you will be subject to obtaining a satisfactory PVG. A small number of posts require a Standard or Basic Disclosure check and the majority of all other posts will complete a Criminal Convictions Form. All disclosure checks are obtained via Disclosure Scotland. If you are the successful candidate you will be required to pay the cost of the disclosure check required for your post. Regulatory Bodies If your post requires registration with a Regulatory Body such as HCPC or SSSC etc., you are required to obtain and maintain registration including paying any fees for HCPC. As part of the local government pay deal, local authority staff are no longer required to pay SSSC fees. Further Assistance Alternative application packs can be requested in other formats for example, Large Print, Braille and Audio. To request an alternative application pack or require further assistance to attend and/or participate in an interview, please contact the HR Recruitment Team on 01475 712740 or email Human Resources at: Human.Resources@inverclyde.gov.uk. Armed Forces Personnel/Reservists Inverclyde Council welcomes applications from former armed forces personnel / reservists. Many of the skills picked up during your military career could be transferred directly into a role with local government. Disability Confident We are a Disability Confident Leader and offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who consider themselves to be disabled and who meet the essential criteria for the job. Flexible Working Inverclyde Council recognises the mutual benefits of having a flexible, effective workforce to deliver the best services to our community, whilst enabling employees to balance their personal, home and work responsibilities more effectively, with a view to achieving greater job satisfaction, motivation, morale and productivity. Employees are able to apply for a range of options including Part-Time Working, Job share, Compressed Hours, Homeworker, Hybrid Working and Flexible Retirement. More detail can be found in the Flexible Working Policy, linked in the download section of our Employee Benefits web page. Early Years You must be aware that all early years services can be delivered between the hours of 8am and 6pm and you must be able to work your contracted hours between these times.
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