Residential Care Officer Level 1 Sleaford, United Kingdom £30,024 - £32,597 Permanent Apply By 21 May, 2026 Posted On 21 April, 2026

Lincolnshire County Council

Sleaford, United Kingdom
Base: £30,024 - £32,597; bonus/equity: sleeping-in...
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Caring and playful demeanor with children
Ability to set boundaries gently but firmly
Passion for child welfare and wellbeing
** Lincolnshire County Council is seeking a Children's Residential Carer (Residential Care Officer Level 1) for Eastgate Children's Home in Sleaford, UK, offering a salary range of £30,024 to £32,597. The role involves working with children and young people, requiring no prior experience as comprehensive training will be provided. **

Job Summary

  • This role involves working within multidisciplinary teams to provide a holistic approach to meeting the needs of children and young people.
  • Candidates will receive comprehensive training including trauma training and therapeutic support without prior professional experience being required.
  • The position offers a competitive salary, an excellent local government pension scheme, and a generous annual leave entitlement.

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** Lincolnshire County Council is seeking a Children's Residential Carer (Residential Care Officer Level 1) for Eastgate Children's Home in Sleaford, UK, offering a salary range of £30,024 to £32,597. The role involves working with children and young people, requiring no prior experience as comprehensive training will be provided. **

Salary

Base: £30,024 - £32,597; Bonus/Equity: Sleeping-in payment £43.12; Benefits: Mileage reimbursed at 45p per mile; Overtime paid at time-and-a-half

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Caring and playful demeanor with children
  • Ability to set boundaries gently but firmly
  • Passion for child welfare and wellbeing

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in the caring profession
  • Basic IT skills
  • Willingness to obtain QCF qualification

Key Requirements

  • Fluency in spoken English per Immigration Act 2016
  • No skilled worker visa sponsorship available
  • Willingness to work rota-based shifts including sleeping-in duties

Work Rights

Must have right to work in UK (no visa sponsorship)

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