Residential Childcare Officer
Lincolnshire County Council, New Quarrington, North Kesteven
Residential Childcare Officer
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Lincolnshire County Council, New Quarrington, North Kesteven
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 1 week ago, 5 Sep | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: 104088a4a65c4a7791e38648a2e320be
Location ref: New Quarrington, North Kesteven
Full Job Description
Lincolnshire County Council is looking for experienced & creative individuals to join our Residential Care team as a Residential Care Officer Level 1 at Lincolnshire Secure Unit. This twelve-bedded Local Authority Secure Children's Home gives the highest level of care and education for young people who are placed here via the courts for Youth Justice or Welfare reasons.
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.
We're looking for people who are passionate about care, want to be part of better and are deeply committed to helping young people.
Working as a Residential Care Officer you will join an established and experienced care team in the mentoring of children and young people who can display sometimes extreme challenging behaviour. Our Care staff are expected to create a safe environment for the young people, using a trauma informed approach to support the best possible outcomes.
About the Team
We are a friendly team who are passionate about our role and dedicated to the young people we work with. We would like to invite you to join our growing team in a role that provides variety and challenge, where no two days are the same. We will help you learn new skills, encourage your development and work with your to reach your potential…all within a friendly and welcoming environment.
The authority is one of the largest county councils in the UK and we are ambitious for both the Children & Young people and the staff who work here. We care about our staff, It's important to us that you have an excellent work/life balance and the opportunity to further develop your knowledge and skills in a supportive Local Authority setting.
We are offering a competitive salary of £31,015 - £33,673 along with a pension, a comprehensive benefits package including excellent discount schemes, cycle to work, civil service sports council membership and many areas for professional support and development.