Job Description

We are looking Residential child care workers to join our Teams in our rural services in Rural Angus (Arbroath and Forfar areas)

Residential Child Care Workers

Contract: Full-time / Part-time/Sessional (rota incl. evenings, weekends, and sleepovers)
Location: Near Forfar, Angus
Salary:

12.73 - 14.60 per hour

depending on qualifications, (for example, this equates to

32,767 - 36,666 per annum

(based on contracted hours of 40 per week & approx. 10 Sleep over shifts a month).

Care Visions Group is Growing!

We're opening a new residential child care service near Forfar which will provide a safe, stable and nurturing home for up to 3 children and young people.

We are looking for

values driven,

caring, supportive and compassionate

people who are committed to making a long-term difference and help shape the future of the vulnerable young people we care for. We would love to hear from you.

At Care Visions, we pride ourselves on offering a supportive, therapeutic and safe environment which supports our young people's journey of recovery from trauma and loss. You will be key to helping them reconcile their past experiences and creating a foundation to lead fulfilling lives.

Building

trusting and therapeutic relationships and routines

are key to helping young people feel safe, seen, heard and valued. The young people's experience of support within these relationships and beyond their care journey are the basis on which they will build their adult lives.

Previous experience is not essential as comprehensive training will be given. If you can be a

positive role model

in a young person's life and work in a positive, respectful and empowering way to encourage and celebrate achievement, then we encourage you to apply!

Essential Requirements:

Current legally authorised to work in the UK. A valid driving licence (as you will have to drive young people to various activities) Access to own transport as our locations are primarily rural. PVG check will also be undertaken if successful. Membership of the SSSC will be a requirement within the first 3 months of employment.

Care Visions Offer:

A structured induction and ongoing learning and development with reflective practice and coaching. Enhanced Family Friendly Leave Policies Fully funded Health Cash Plan Fully funded Group Term Life Assurance Company Sick Pay Health and Wellbeing Platform and Support And more....
To apply, please submit your resume along with a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position. If you are successful, you will be asked to complete a full application form.

Alternatively visit our website to apply direct and learn more about Care Visions at

www.carevisionsresidential.co.uk

Closing date for submission of a completed application is

Monday 24th November 2025

Our commitment to safer recruitment & inclusion

We recruit safely and fairly in line with Care Inspectorate/SSSC guidance, with checks proportionate to the role and robust safeguarding throughout. We are an equal opportunities employer; we recruit, train, promote and reward on merit and welcome applications from all backgrounds and identities.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 32,787.65-36,666.60 per year

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Company pension Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance Sick pay
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:

Residential Childcare : 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person