Residential and Activities Childcare Officer
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Bury St Edmunds, IP32 7BH |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 15 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 3 Nov 2026 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
• Priory School, Bury St. Edmunds
• 35 hours per week, 39 weeks per year – Maternity Cover until July 2027
• Monday: 14.00 - 21.00
• Tuesday: 13.30 - 21.00
• Wednesday: 07.00 - 09.30 & 14.00 - 21.00
• Thursday: 14.00 - 21.00
• Friday: 07.00 - 09.30 & 14:00 -15:30
• Salary: £28,155 - £30,516 per annum (Dependent on qualifications and experience)
• Actual Salary: £22,601 - £24,506 per annum
• Additional £1,500 Joining Bonus!**
We are seeking a Residential Activities and Child Care Officer (RACCO) to join our dedicated team supporting children and young people with complex moderate learning difficulties, including ASD, in a safe, structured, and nurturing residential setting.
The role involves supporting students’ wellbeing, personal development, independence, and emotional resilience through key working, care plans and risk assessments, daily routines, meaningful activities, and residential curriculum activities. You will also contribute to student reviews, termly reporting, and ensuring compliance with academy policies and Ofsted standards.
A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare is desirable but not essential, although you will be required to work towards this qualification following successful completion of your induction and probation. The role includes rota-based sleep-in duties, with additional payment provided.
This is an excellent opportunity to gain residential childcare experience within a strong and dedicated team, with access to a range of training and professional development opportunities.
What the school offers its staff
• Membership into Local Government Pension Scheme
• Family friendly policies and flexible working
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Free parking
• Company events
• Access to various memberships and discount schemes
• Learning and development opportunities, including staff development days
• Funded subject course development for your role
• Range of staff communities, including EDI and neurodiverse communities
• Career progression opportunities
Commitment to safeguarding
SENDAT Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safer recruitment checks will be required for all of our staff at SENDAT.