Relief Children's Residential Carer

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Relief Children's Residential Carer, Sleaford

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Client:

Lincolnshire County Council

Location:

Sleaford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

8

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

About the Role

We are immensely proud of the work every team member contributes in our homes and we are looking for individuals who not only can fulfil the role, but can work collaboratively with our passionate and dedicated colleagues . This role, known locally as Relief Residential Care Officer, includes:

Flexibility: Choose when you are available to work

Supportive Tasks: You will support in all areas of their life, including activities, hobbies and preparing for an independent life.

Teamwork: Collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams and families.

Salary: £16.16 per hour, additional sleeping in payments of £40.76, mileage reimbursement at 45p per mile.

Take a look at this video to learn more about what our Carer's do and the positive impact this can have on the children in our Homes: Our Home (youtube.com)

Our Homes

Mainstream Homes: Located in Spalding, Sleaford, Gainsborough, Lincoln and a new home in Louth, providing care for children aged between primary school and 18 years. Our goal is to create a nurturing environment where children can thrive.

Supported Accommodation: Situated in Grantham and Gainsborough offering independent living in a supportive environment. Carers working here may work alone at times and are expected to travel between these sites.

Children with Disabilities: The Beacon in Grantham provides long term care, while Haven Cottage (Boston) and Strut House (Lincoln) provide short term breaks for children with disabilities.

Lincolnshire Secure Unit: Cares for young people aged 11 – 18 years old that have come through the courts via the Youth Custody Service or for Welfare Reasons, and focuses on rehabilitation back into the community or transition to adult estates.

We currently have Relief Children's Residential Carer vacancies at The Beacon (Grantham) and Eastgate (Sleaford).

About you

No professional caring experience is required as comprehensive training will be provided.

We are seeking applications from individuals who find joy in spending time with children and assisting them maintaining strong connections with their loved ones and friends. You will need to have a kind and caring nature with a passion for supporting children’s welfare. Basic IT skills are required as is 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 value all our Relief Workers and offer:

• High quality induction
• Training and professional development
• Therapeutic support enabling children to feel safe
• A strong leadership team to support you in your new role

More information about our homes is available in the attached Brochure and you can find out more about the benefits of working for Lincolnshire County Council here: Rewards and benefits – Lincolnshire County Council .

Contact Us

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 ensure that you select the homes you are interested in working in as part of your application.

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.

It is current policy to not shortlist candidates more than once within a 4 month period who have previously applied for a Residential Care post of the same grade within that time period.

Skilled Worker Sponsorship is not available for this position.

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.

Applications close on the 25th August.

We hope to hear from you soon!

Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.

All candidates are advised to read the attached job information pack prior to making an application.

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. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward.

We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.

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.