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Residential Child Care Officer
Sidestrand Hall School, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 0NH21 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
27 November 2026 at 9am
Date listed
6 November 2026
Job details
Job role
- Other support role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time, term time, part time (Can be done as a job share): Hours and days are negotiable
Contract type
- Permanent
Hourly rate
- 14.36
What skills and experience we're looking for
This is an exciting opportunity to join an Ofsted-rated OUTSTANDING residential team and provide high-quality care for pupils with complex needs. The residential provision is on the site of Sidestrand Hall School and offers 4-night residence (Monday to Thursday inclusive), term time only. Set in a beautiful location on the North Norfolk coast, Sidestrand Hall School is a Complex Needs school providing education to pupils aged 7-19 years. The pupils at Sidestrand Hall School have a range of complex needs, including speech and communication difficulties, autism spectrum conditions, social and emotional mental health needs and a range of learning difficulties.
We are seeking a caring, resilient and enthusiastic individual who is passionate about improving the lives of children and young people with special educational needs. The successful candidate will be committed to providing high-quality residential care, creating a safe and nurturing environment where pupils can develop confidence, independence and achieve their full potential.
Ideally, you will have experience of supporting children and young people within a special educational, care or residential setting; an enthusiastic approach and willingness to learn are essential. You will be able to build positive, trusting relationships with children, families, and professionals. You will demonstrate patience, empathy and professionalism, while maintaining high expectations through promoting positive behaviour & wellbeing.
Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will possess excellent communication and organisational skills, be able to maintain accurate records and understand the importance of safeguarding, confidentiality and professional boundaries. You will be flexible in your approach, able to respond to the changing needs of children and committed to ongoing professional learning and development.
Candidate Profile
- Enthusiastic and fun approach to working with children and young people, particularly those with special educational needs.
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The ability to promote positive behaviour and support emotional wellbeing.
- Strong communication, teamwork and relationship-building skills.
- Good organisational and record-keeping skills.
- A flexible approach to working in a residential environment, including sleep-in duties.
- A willingness to undertake training and continuous professional development.
What the school offers its staff
What we can offer
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Access to an employee assistance program
- Ongoing professional development
- Employee wellbeing support
- Blue light card access
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. To this end, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list. If you have information to declare, it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not be required to declare it. You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted.
Applying for the job
Please complete the online application.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Sidestrand Hall School
- Organisation type
- Special school, ages 7 to 19
- Size
- 199 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 7 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- hr@sidestrandhall.norfolk.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01263578144
We are all immensely proud of our School. Sidestrand Hall School caters for pupils aged 7 – 19 years with wide ranging complex needs. The School stands in 15 acres of land on the North Norfolk Coast. We have a range of specialist facilities on site including gardens, greenhouse, woods with a bike trail, a go-kart track, mechanics and construction workshops, science lab, food technology room, sensory room, purpose built Sixth Form and residential units.
Our mission statement demonstrates our purpose as moving Achievement beyond Expectation.
Sidestrand Hall has a highly qualified, skilled and committed staff who guide and support pupils through a range of learning experiences which provide them with the skills, knowledge and qualifications they need. All pupils follow the National Curriculum differentiated to their needs and the extended curriculum offers opportunities for outdoor learning, developing independence and being an active member of the community.
Every pupil leaves Sidestrand Hall with Nationally recognised qualifications that prepare them for their next steps and work towards the outcomes of the SEN code of Practice, Preparing for Adulthood – Employment/Education, Independent Living, Community Participation and Good Health.
Arranging a visit to Sidestrand Hall School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@sidestrandhall.norfolk.sch.uk.
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