Job Description

Are you kind, caring and compassionate?




Do you want to work in a caring role where no 2 days are the same?




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 of Stockton-on-Tees?

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

Stockton Borough Council is seeking to recruit a Residential Care Officer at Our Place, where you will provide high quality care and support in a residential setting to vulnerable young people who are unable to live with their families. This will include working with children with some behavioural and emotional difficulties plus other additional needs.




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



Although you may not have experience of working within a Childrens Residential Home setting, we recognise that there are a range of life experiences and transferrable skills that would be a welcome addition to our teams.




If you do not hold the required qualification, then we will provide you with a structured training program and support where needed to gain your required Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare.



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 365 day of the year, including working weekends and sleepovers plus some waking nights. A full UK driving license
As the role involves working with children, you will also be required to undergo a DBS check as part of the pre-employment process.



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 career-graded salary of 29,540 - 33,699 (grade on appointment dependent on qualifications and experience) 27 days annual leave per year rising to 32 with 5 years service (plus bank holidays). 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
There may also be further opportunities to pick up additional hours as and when required.

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



Take a look at the attached job description and if you want to chat more about the role, then please get in touch with Nikki Middlemas - Residential Mentoring and Performance Manager at Nicola.Middlemas@stockton.gov.uk and Olivia Kriehn - Registered Manager at Olivia.Kriehn@stockton.gov.uk



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