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Ref no:
SBO10128
Published:
17/06/2026
Closes:
02/07/2026
Location:
Wheatlands House, Lee Brae Road, Galashiels, TD1 1QR
Rate:
£18.55 - £20.34 per hour
Contract Type:
Supply/Casual/Relief
Position Type:
Supply/Casual/Relief
Hours:
0 hours per week

Job Details

Grade: 7B

Hourly Rate: £18.55 - £20.34

Contract: Relief, zero hours

 

Role Purpose

We are looking for compassionate, reliable, and motivated individuals to join our team as Relief Residential Children’s Care Workers. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people, offering flexible work while gaining valuable experience in a supportive and professional environment. If you are committed to promoting positive outcomes and providing high-quality care, we encourage you to explore our recruitment profile to learn more about the role and how you can be part of our dedicated team.

 

Essential

Working towards HNC/SVQ level 7 within the social care field

SSSC Registration with 6 months of taking up post

A current driving licence and use of a vehicle is an essential requirement of this post. * If you have a disability which precludes you from holding a drivers licence, Scottish Borders Council will take into account its responsibility to make reasonable adjustments to allow for your disability. Should it be possible to make such an adjustment in order that you can undertake the travel responsibilities of the post, this will be taken into account in consideration for this role.

Informal Enquiries

Informal enquiries may be made to Andrew Parker at aparker@scotborders.gov.uk

Scottish Borders Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. In particular from candidates who assess themselves as having a disability, under the Disability Confident Employer scheme this guarantees an interview to those individuals who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.
 
Scottish Borders Council is committed to providing support for Armed Forces Veterans. Showing its commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant, the Council guarantees an interview to veterans who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.

 

  • Disability Confident Employer - Employer
  • Scottish Living Wage