Relief Children's Residential Carer - Children

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.,

• 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
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.

Are you looking for a role that's rewarding and fulfilling, where you get to choose the days and times you work? If you already have experience working with children that would be fantastic, but even if you don't, if you have a kind and compassionate nature this could be your first step into a career in children's residential care!, 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., 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.

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.

Salary: £16.90 per hour, additional sleeping in payments of £41.78, 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)