Brighton and Hove City Council is looking for a Residential Care Officer Rainbow Lodge. The post based in Brighton paying £29,071 to £29,542 a year. Applications close on Monday 16 November 2026.
About the role
Works in a council residential children's home for young people with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs. Provides daily care, community activities and household support. Informal enquiries go to the Practice Manager.
About Brighton and Hove City Council
Brighton and Hove City Council is the unitary authority for the city of Brighton and Hove on the Sussex coast, covering Brighton, Hove, Portslade and suburbs such as Patcham, Woodingdean and Rottingdean. With town halls in both Brighton and Hove, it runs all local council services, from schools and social care to highways, housing and planning.
What they’re looking for
- Experience with learning disabilities or complex needs (may have)
- Understanding of safeguarding children
- Calm and resilient in challenging situations
- Makaton or PECS beneficial, not essential
- Enhanced DBS check required
- Able to work rolling rota, weekends and sleep-ins
What’s on offer
- Enhancements for nights, weekends, bank holidays
- Sleep-in duty enhancements
- Support towards Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare
- Comprehensive induction and training
- Council employee benefits and wellbeing support
How to apply
You apply directly with Brighton and Hove City Council: the Apply button takes you to their full advert. The closing date is 16 November 2026.
Interested in this role?
You’ll complete your application on Brighton and Hove City Council’s website.
