Residential Care Officer x2 ; CDC)

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Location Pinewood Avenue Child Care Unit

Salary Grade 7 £ 28,598 - £31,537 pro rata (pay award pending)

Contractual hours 27

Basis Part time

Region Doncaster

Job category/type Childrens Social Work

Date posted 19/08/2026

Job reference REQ
23711

Attachments Technical, Specialist, Supervisor 3 - job profile.docx Job Role Summary.docx Benefits booklet.docx

Based at:
Pinewood Avenue Childrens Home, Doncaster

Salary details:
Grade 7 £ 28,598 - £31,537 pro rata (pay award pending)

Contract Type:
Permanent, Part Time, 27 Hours per week

Flexible working arrangements:
We welcome flexible working requests, including job share, part-time, and hybrid options where possible.

Closing date: 1st September 2026

Enhanced with barred list DBS Disclosure is required for appointment to this post.

Are you motivated to contribute and learn in a dynamic environment? We have an opportunity for you. In this role, you will play an important part in delivering positive outcomes for our community.

The City of Doncaster Council is a confident, ambitious organisation which puts improving the life of its residents at the centre of everything we do. You have an opportunity to be part of this in the role of a Residential Care Officer at Pinewood Avenue Children’s Home.

• Participate in the admission of Children and Young people and the monitoring, evaluation and review of their progress.
• Actively contribute towards overall care through Care Planning and link working, formulating, participating and involving Children and Young People in their individual care plan.
• Participate in reviews and case conferences as appropriate ensuring recommendations are implemented and maintained.
• Record Children’s and young people’s progress through detailed recording systems as prescribed in and Children’s Homes Regulations (2015).
• Assist Children and Young People through periods of illness, emotional or behavioural difficulties seeking medical or other assistance and support as appropriate.
• Help to achieve the smooth running of all aspects of the home and participate in domestic/household activities and duties as required including cooking and the supervision and training of residents in these activities where appropriate.
• Share responsibility with the Registered Manager for the security of drugs and other medications.
• To participate in the ‘sleeping in’ rota.
• Strict confidentiality in respect of residents, families and colleagues will be maintained.

We value a range of experiences and skills. If you have transferable skills from other roles or voluntary work, we encourage you to apply.

Working in our regulated residential children’s home is both rewarding and challenging. Our dedicated team is committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment where children and young people can thrive. We work collaboratively to build positive relationships, promote individual strengths, and help young people achieve their full potential.

We value respect, compassion, professionalism, and inclusion, creating a culture where every team member feels supported and valued. Staff receive regular supervision, ongoing training, and opportunities for professional development to ensure they have the skills and confidence to deliver high-quality care.

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