Residential Care Officer Level 1
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 23 Ebrill 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £30,024 i £32,597 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 21 Mai 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Sleaford |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Lincolnshire County Council |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: |
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Job Title: Children’s Residential Carer (Residential Care Officer Level 1) –
Salary: £30,024 to £32,597
Working Pattern: Full time, permanent, rota-based shifts including sleeping-in duties
Location: Eastgate Children’s Home, Sleaford
Closing Date: Thursday 21 May 2026
Interviews: TBC
Do you want to work in a friendly and welcoming environment that has a positive impact on children’s lives? Whether you have years of experience or are just starting out, we can help you build a rewarding career in children’s residential care at Eastgate Children's Home, Sleaford.
Due to recent changes in immigration law in the UK we are unable to offer skilled worker visa sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the requirements of RQF Level 6.
About the Role
As a Children’s Residential Carer (known locally as a Residential Care Officer Level 1) no two days are the same and you will have the pleasure of working with children and young people to prepare them for an independent life.
This role also includes:
Holistic Approach: You’ll work within multidisciplinary teams to meet the needs of children.
Salary: £30,024 - £32,597 plus a sleeping-in payment of £43.12 and mileage reimbursed at 45p per mile. Overtime is paid at time-and-a-half.
Shift Pattern: Full time, permanent, you will have a good work/life balance with a rota split between different shifts, some will include sleeping at the home. Rota’s are given in advance to ensure this balance is met.
About you
No prior professional care experience is required for this position, as we offer comprehensive training, qualities we seek include:
· Caring and Playful Demeanour: Children are full of energy and love to explore and play
· Kindness and Compassion: Essential for creating a secure, nurturing environment
· Passion for welfare: An advocate for children’s wellbeing
· Boundary Settings: Establishing boundaries gently but firmly
· Qualifications and Skills: Basic IT skills and knowledge / experience of the caring profession, along with a willingness to obtain a QCF qualification in working with children.
A driving licence is desirable but is negotiable, for some of the homes.
Our offer
We are offering a competitive salary with an excellent local government pension scheme, along with a comprehensive benefits package, career progression opportunities and a generous annual leave entitlement.
We provide:
· High quality induction
· Training and professional development
· Trauma training
· Therapeutic support enabling children to feel safe
· A strong leadership team to support you in your new role
Along with a competitive salary we are offering:
“Green book” Local Government terms and conditions
Access to Local Government Pension scheme (contribution rate of approx. 24%)
Comprehensive benefits package including salary sacrifice for cars, cycles, plus excellent discount schemes
37 hour working week (as full time) including flexible and hybrid working
A generous leave entitlement with a minimum of 25 days plus bank holidays and the option to buy more
Free financial wellbeing advice
Lincolnshire County Council Children’s Services are one of the best in the country and have an overall Outstanding rating from Ofsted. Lincolnshire has been chosen by the Department of Education as one of the three national Families First for Children Pathfinders which will run between September 2023 and 2025. This is an exciting time to join Children’s Residential Services and help us shape the future of Social Care.
Applications close on the 21st May 2026.
Interviews will be arranged on a flexible basis with candidates who have evidenced in their application that they meet the essential criteria for the role. Interviews may take place before the closing date.
Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.
PLEASE NOTE: It is imperative that your personal statement clearly states why you have applied, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role as set out in the Job Description (attached) and what you feel you can bring to this role, the team and the wider County Council.
On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement.
Lincolnshire County Council are committed to being an equal opportunity employer, we encourage a supportive and inclusive culture and have been accredited as a Disability Confident Employer.
Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
Salary: £30,024 to £32,597
Working Pattern: Full time, permanent, rota-based shifts including sleeping-in duties
Location: Eastgate Children’s Home, Sleaford
Closing Date: Thursday 21 May 2026
Interviews: TBC
Do you want to work in a friendly and welcoming environment that has a positive impact on children’s lives? Whether you have years of experience or are just starting out, we can help you build a rewarding career in children’s residential care at Eastgate Children's Home, Sleaford.
Due to recent changes in immigration law in the UK we are unable to offer skilled worker visa sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the requirements of RQF Level 6.
About the Role
As a Children’s Residential Carer (known locally as a Residential Care Officer Level 1) no two days are the same and you will have the pleasure of working with children and young people to prepare them for an independent life.
This role also includes:
Holistic Approach: You’ll work within multidisciplinary teams to meet the needs of children.
Salary: £30,024 - £32,597 plus a sleeping-in payment of £43.12 and mileage reimbursed at 45p per mile. Overtime is paid at time-and-a-half.
Shift Pattern: Full time, permanent, you will have a good work/life balance with a rota split between different shifts, some will include sleeping at the home. Rota’s are given in advance to ensure this balance is met.
About you
No prior professional care experience is required for this position, as we offer comprehensive training, qualities we seek include:
· Caring and Playful Demeanour: Children are full of energy and love to explore and play
· Kindness and Compassion: Essential for creating a secure, nurturing environment
· Passion for welfare: An advocate for children’s wellbeing
· Boundary Settings: Establishing boundaries gently but firmly
· Qualifications and Skills: Basic IT skills and knowledge / experience of the caring profession, along with a willingness to obtain a QCF qualification in working with children.
A driving licence is desirable but is negotiable, for some of the homes.
Our offer
We are offering a competitive salary with an excellent local government pension scheme, along with a comprehensive benefits package, career progression opportunities and a generous annual leave entitlement.
We provide:
· High quality induction
· Training and professional development
· Trauma training
· Therapeutic support enabling children to feel safe
· A strong leadership team to support you in your new role
Along with a competitive salary we are offering:
“Green book” Local Government terms and conditions
Access to Local Government Pension scheme (contribution rate of approx. 24%)
Comprehensive benefits package including salary sacrifice for cars, cycles, plus excellent discount schemes
37 hour working week (as full time) including flexible and hybrid working
A generous leave entitlement with a minimum of 25 days plus bank holidays and the option to buy more
Free financial wellbeing advice
Lincolnshire County Council Children’s Services are one of the best in the country and have an overall Outstanding rating from Ofsted. Lincolnshire has been chosen by the Department of Education as one of the three national Families First for Children Pathfinders which will run between September 2023 and 2025. This is an exciting time to join Children’s Residential Services and help us shape the future of Social Care.
Applications close on the 21st May 2026.
Interviews will be arranged on a flexible basis with candidates who have evidenced in their application that they meet the essential criteria for the role. Interviews may take place before the closing date.
Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.
PLEASE NOTE: It is imperative that your personal statement clearly states why you have applied, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role as set out in the Job Description (attached) and what you feel you can bring to this role, the team and the wider County Council.
On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement.
Lincolnshire County Council are committed to being an equal opportunity employer, we encourage a supportive and inclusive culture and have been accredited as a Disability Confident Employer.
Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
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