*Please note that although the closing date for this advert is 6th March 2023, applications will be reviewed on a weekly basis. Any applications submitted by midnight on Wednesday’s, will be reviewed on Thursday’s with interviews to be held the following week. This means that the advert will be withdrawn should the vacancies become filled before the closing date*

A career working with disabled children and young people

As an Outstanding Children’s Services Authority, Cornwall Council offers fantastic career opportunities within its Residential Care Sector, for Residential Care Workers, Senior Residential Care Workers and Waking Night Residential Care Workers who want to work with disabled children and young people. In addition to a competitive salary, good pension, and payments for working outside of office hours and sleep in shifts, successful applicants will be provided with training and opportunities for career progression.

The salary range is a career grade, from £22,557 - £34,730 depending upon qualifications and experience. A generous relocation package will be available for eligible candidates.

For successful applicants who are new to Cornwall Council, a recruitment and retention bonus will be paid; £1000 when the job starts, with an additional £1000 paid after successfully completing the first year.

Ideally you are enthusiastic about making positive changes in the lives of disabled children. You should be child centred, able to use your own initiative, and work as part of a team. You will be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills and partnership working when working with parents and other professionals. You should have or are willing to work towards a Level 3 Diploma in Children’s Residential Care (which the Council will fund).

Main purpose of the Job

To be part of a skilled team to ensure the best outcomes, for disabled children and young people. You will encourage the children to have fun, to learn, grow and develop in a safe way. Key duties and responsibilities are outlined in the role profile.

For an informal discussion please call Sharron Adams on 07483 424718.

We have Homes located across the county. To find out more about our homes please visit our Children's Residential Services pages.

More information about working for Cornwall Council is available here.

This position will be subject to an enhanced criminal record disclosure check. Cornwall Council is committed to safeguarding and following safer recruitment principles to help make sure our staff and volunteers are suitable to work with children, young people and adults at risk. It’s a vital part of creating a safe and positive environment and making a commitment to keeping all service users safe from harm.

To apply

Please view the role profile for the role you are applying for:

Residential Care Worker Role Profile

Senior Residential Care Worker Role Profile

Waking Night Residential Care Worker Role Profile

Your application will need to demonstrate how you meet the required criteria. Please ensure you answer all of the pre-screening questions in full, within the application form. Guidance on how to complete your application can be found here – The application process

Please click on the apply button to register or complete an application form.

If you do not have access to a computer please or would find it easier you can download the application form and document for your supporting statement and return it to Sharron Adams, Tresor, St Blazey, Par, Cornwall PL24 2DS to arrive before the closing date.

Application Form

Supporting Statement & Questions

Declaration of Criminal Convictions Form