Residential Social Care Officer - Stockton Rd Children's Home
Vacancy Details
| Summary | |
|---|---|
| Location: | 302 Stockton Road Hartlepool TS25 1JT |
| Region: | North East England |
| Job Type: | Permanent |
| Category: | Social Care – Children Service |
| Date Posted: | 16/08/2023 |
| Reference: | 0000005160 |
Description
CHILDRENS & JOINT COMMISSIONING SERVICES DEPARTMENT
STOCKTON ROAD CHILDREN'S HOME
RESIDENTIAL SOCIAL CARE OFFICERS x 2 REF 106194
Band 7– 9 £22,777 – £29,439 pa pro rata
Permanent
33hpw
Hartlepool is a vibrant and energetic town with growing prospects. As an authority we want to make Hartlepool the best it possibly can be and want dedicated, driven and committed staff to help us achieve that.
Children’s Joint Commissioning Services are recruiting to a vacancy in one of our established children’s home within Hartlepool. The aim of the home is to provide high quality care for 4 children aged 11 – 18 years who may display some challenging behaviours and require a safe and caring environment to live in.
As a Residential Social Care Officer you will possess a passion for working with children, and support them to develop skills enabling them to build a positive future. You will support children to access and participate in activities, trips and hobbies. In addition you will be expected to display a strong team spirit, demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and have the ability to work across internal departments and with external agencies.
Applicants must have
NVQ / QCF Level 3 Residential Childcare or equivalent, or a willingness to complete this qualification when in post.
Experience of working with children and young people
Previous experience of working in a supportive capacity to give practical assistance to children and their families
Previous experience ofworking in a supportive environment with children or adults
A positive attitude and ability to understand trauma informed practice
A willingness to work unsocial hours which will include early mornings, evenings, sleep overs, weekends and bank holidays.
Hartlepool Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure & Barring check.
For an informal discussion contact Emma McHale, Resource Manager on 01429 284867
Closing date: 30th August 2023, midnight
“Please note if you have received no response to your application within 3 weeks of the closing date please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion”.
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