Job Description

Are you kind, caring and compassionate? Are you interested in an enhanced training package and career progression opportunities? Do you want to make a difference to the lives of young people in Stockton-on-Tees?



Things are happening and changing at pace here in Childrens Services, Residential Care. Theres lots going on and we have come a long way.



Were seeking to recruit a

Residential Night Care Worker

who is ambitious for children in our care, hard working and innovative.

If this sounds like you, then wed love to welcome you to our friendly, supportive team!

As a Night Care Worker, you will be able to effectively engage with young people and their families to ensure care needs are met at night. The care at night that will be delivered to children and families could include support in the family home, the residential home or other community venues.




This is a rewarding role where you will be a positive role model for our children and young people, so if you are caring and compassionate, enthusiastic, and approachable wed love you to join our team at Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council.



What our young people say!

The service and the care home manager have been so supportive and have helped me build my confidence and turn my life around, and Im now hoping to go to university. Living in the home has been living as part of a family for me, and the neighbours treat us like just another family on the street.

What Ofsted said about our homes!

Its clear the children in this home are loved

Children love living here and do not want to leave!

What other professionals say!

The homes are brilliant, the staff are child-centred. It is clear how much the children are cared for, and the staff are extremely proud of the childrens achievements.

We will provide you with a structured training program and support where needed to gain your required Level 3 Diploma in in Residential Childcare.



If you have the desire to develop your career further, we can consider supporting you through your Level 4 or Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Child Care.



All you need to be a success is:
A recognised Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or a willingness to work towards within 18 months of appointment A positive attitude and experience of working with children and young people Ability to work over a 7-day shift rota system including weekends Enhanced DBS clearance (overseas police clearance for candidates that have lived or worked outside the UK will also be required) A full driving licence thats valid to drive in the UK



This is a part time role of 36 hours per week and the actual salary for the role is 28,741 - 30,183.



For more detailed information about the role, please refer to the and Person Specification included in the Supporting Documents section.



Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council prides itself on being a great place to work where staff are trusted, valued and supported to make a positive contribution at work.

We offer an excellent total reward package, including:

A competitive salary of up to 30,183. There may also be further opportunities to pick up additional hours as and when required. Generous annual leave entitlement. Ability to purchase additional leave is also available. Generous Pension Scheme through the LGPS with ability to pay extra and plan for retirement. Access to a number of other employee benefits including learning and development opportunities, a car lease scheme, discounts at high street and online retailers, an employee assistance programme and physiotherapy services.


For more information about working for Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, please visit the Careers section on our website:



https://www.stockton.gov.uk/careers



If you would like an informal discussion about the post, you can contact us by sending an email to Simon Saxton, Homes Manager on Simon.Saxton@stockton.uk or Lisa Donichey, Deputy Manager on Lisa.Donichey@stockton.gov.uk



If you have a passion for supporting young people and want to work in a caring, professional environment, wed love to hear from you.

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