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Job details
Posting date: 27 May 2026
Salary: £28,598 to £31,357 per year
Additional salary information: pro-rata
Hours: Part time
Closing date: 26 June 2026
Location: Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN13BU
Company: Brook Street
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: BBBH386752_1779873005

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Summary

Residential Care Officer - Part-Time

Doncaster | £28,598-£31,537 pro rata | 21 hours per week | Permanent

We are expanding our residential children's services and are seeking passionate Residential Care Officer - Part-Time professionals to join our Good and Outstanding-rated children's homes. This role is ideal for caring, resilient individuals who want to make a lasting difference to the lives of looked-after children and young people.

As a Residential Care Officer - Part-Time, you will work 21 hours per week on a structured rota, with 2 weekends off in every 4-week cycle. The role includes overtime paid at time and a quarter. You will also benefit from access to the South Yorkshire Pension Scheme, making this a highly competitive package.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide high-quality, consistent residential care for children and young people
  • Support emotional, social, and physical development
  • Work therapeutically with children who present complex or challenging behaviours
  • Maintain safeguarding standards and accurate care documentation
  • Work collaboratively with managers and senior residential care staff
  • Complete QCF Level 3 Residential Childcare qualification and Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) training

Shift Pattern:

  • 10:00pm - 7:00am shifts
  • 9 rest days in every 4-week rota

What We're Looking For:

  • A genuine passion for working with children and young people
  • Strong communication skills and safeguarding awareness
  • Flexibility to work rota-based and unsocial hours
  • Commitment to professional development and training

Why Join Us?

  • Up to 33 days annual leave plus public holidays
  • Ongoing training, qualifications, and clear career progression
  • Supportive team culture and strong leadership
  • Weekly shortlisting and interviews

Take the next step in a rewarding care career. Apply today for this Residential Care Officer - Part-Time role and help shape brighter futures.

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