Lincolnshire County Council is looking for a Children's Residential Practitioner. It’s a permanent, full-time post based in Grantham paying £31,015 to £33,673 a year. Applications close on Sunday 6 December 2026.
About the role
Works at The Beacon, a purpose-built home for eleven children who have disabilities and/or complex health or medical needs. Shift-based residential care role, with sleep-ins, reporting into the home's management team.
About Lincolnshire County Council
Lincolnshire County Council is the local authority for Lincolnshire, serving residents across the county. Its area includes the towns of Lincoln, Grantham, Boston, Spalding, Louth, Gainsborough
What they’re looking for
- Good understanding of caring for children
- Basic IT skills
- Compassion and calm professional demeanour
- Willingness to obtain Level 3 diploma
- Excellent communication skills
- Driving licence desirable
What’s on offer
- Local government pension scheme
- Generous annual leave, option to buy more
- Free parking on site
- Sleep-ins: £44.54 per night
- Overtime at time-and-a-half
- Employee counselling and wellbeing service
How to apply
You apply directly with Lincolnshire County Council: the Apply button takes you to their full advert. The closing date is 6 December 2026.
Interested in this role?
You’ll complete your application on Lincolnshire County Council’s website.
