Residential Care Officer for Children with Complex Needs

Hull City Council; Hessle; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

23 days annual leave + holidays & days

Training & development

Supportive culture

Job summary

Hull City Council is recruiting for Disability Children Homes to provide high-quality residential care for children and young people with disabilities. The post involves personal care, moving and handling, high supervision, and working with complex health needs in a on-site setting.

We offer structured training, development and a supportive team as part of a committed council, with a salary of £31,525 to £34,237 and a permanent contract. Interviews are scheduled in November 2026.

Qualifications

• A level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent, or the ability to complete this within two years of appointment
• Experience working with vulnerable adults or children in a safeguarding or care setting
• Motivation to work with Children and Young People with disabilities and complex health needs and ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships
• Ability to work within relevant framework when assessing situations in order to make decisions and recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Promote and safeguard the welfare of children, young people and/or vulnerable adults in line with care plans.
• Plan appropriate packages of support in partnership with managers, social workers and teams.
• Act as Shift Leader when required and ensure safe, responsive service during admissions and discharges.
• Support children with a range of tasks including primary care while promoting independence.

Skills

Diploma in Residential Childcare

Safeguarding experience

Disabilities & complex health needs

Decision making & assessment

Education

A level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent

Job description

Hull City Council is recruiting for Disability Children Homes to provide high-quality residential care for children and young people with disabilities. The post involves personal care, moving and handling, high supervision, and working with complex health needs in a on-site setting.

We offer structured training, development and a supportive team as part of a committed council, with a salary of £31,525 to £34,237 and a permanent contract. Interviews are scheduled in November 2026.