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Residential and Activities Childcare Officer

Priory School · Bury St Edmunds · Suffolk

Job description

  • 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.

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About this school

Priory School

Academy special converter · Ages 5–19

Not rated
Pupils
224
Avg teacher salary
£50,286
Pupil:teacher ratio
7.4:1
Academy trust
EASTERN EDUCATION GROUP TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

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Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP32 7BH

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Salary
£28,155 - £30,516 per annum (Dependent on qualifications and experience) 
Contract
Fixed term or temporary
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
15 October 2026
Closing date
3 November 2026

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