Job Description

Make a real difference at the Alan Shearer Centre

The Alan Shearer Centre is a renowned specialist disability provision, dedicated to delivering high-quality, person-centred care. We are now expanding our expertise to open a brand-new residential home for up to three children with complex needs, offering a safe, nurturing and family-style environment where each child can flourish, grow in independence and enjoy life-enriching opportunities.

We are looking for compassionate and resilient Residential Care Officers to join our dedicated team and help shape this exciting new service. This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of children who need specialist care and support.

Your role

Provide day-to-day care, encouragement and support for children with complex needs. Help children develop confidence, life skills and social abilities in a stimulating, safe environment. Deliver personalised care plans alongside our specialist multi-disciplinary team. Create fun and meaningful experiences, both at home and in the wider community. Support children with personal care in a dignified, respectful way. Ensure a homely, safe environment that meets all care and regulatory standards.

About you

A genuine commitment to improving the lives of children with complex needs. Experience of supporting children or young people with disabilities. Patience, resilience and excellent communication skills. A positive team player, flexible for shift work including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins.

What we offer

Full induction and specialist training, with opportunities to complete a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare. Clear career progression within a leading disability charity. Supportive leadership and a positive, inclusive team culture. Competitive salary, sleep-in allowances, and overtime rates. Employee wellbeing initiatives and staff benefits package.

Our additional benefits include:

27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, including a day off for your birthday (Pro -rata for part time) Ability to buy and sell annual leave Company sick pay scheme Staff savings scheme Cycle to work scheme Care Friends Tech scheme On demand pay Free staff counselling service Blue Light discount offering shopping discounts on thousands of stores Charity workers' discount Free life assurance

Join us and be part of something new, helping children with complex needs to live full and meaningful lives at the Alan Shearer Centre.

Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 14.46 per hour

Expected hours: 24 - 37 per week

Benefits:

Canteen Casual dress Company pension Cycle to work scheme Life insurance On-site parking Store discount
Work Location: In person