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Job Title: Relief Children’s Residential Carer Officer Level 1 (Relief RCO1)

Working Pattern: Relief, permanent role with flexible and variable hours

Salary: £15.56 - £16.90 per hour Pay Award Pending

Location: Albion Street Children’s Home, Spalding

Closing Date: Sunday 2nd August 2026.

Interviews: Flexible, may be held before the closing date

Why Join the Albion Street Family?

We are proud to be part of Lincolnshire County Council Children’s Services.

At Albion Street, we value teamwork, respect, and compassion. You will be joining a children’s home that values professional growth and personal connection. Every day is different, and your role will be vital in providing the high-quality, child-centred care that helps our children feel safe, respected, and supported.

If you thrive on making a real difference and want to be part of a close-knit, supportive "family," we would absolutely love to welcome you to Albion Street.

Ready to Apply?

If this sounds like the perfect role for you, we can't wait to hear from you.

PLEASE NOTE: It is imperative that your personal statement clearly states:

• Want an informal chat first? We’d love to talk. Please email: stephanie.read@lincolnshire.gov.uk
• Closing Date: Sunday 2nd August 2026
• Interviews: We'll arrange interviews on a flexible basis. This may be before the closing date, so we strongly advise you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment!

Best of luck with your application!

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.

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.

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

Please refer to our Job Information Pack here to support you in your 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.

Fluency Duty

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.