JOB NEWS: The Care Hub is hiring a Residential Childcare Officer in Gateshead on a Permanent basis.

JOB NEWS: The Care Hub is hiring a Residential Childcare Officer in Gateshead on a Permanent basis.

• Employer: The Care Hub (Ashdown Care)

• Job Title: Residential Childcare Officer

• Location:

• Gateshead

• Pay:

• £14.10 per hour

• Contract Type:

• Permanent

• Hours:

• 42 hours per week

• Working Pattern:

• 12-hour shifts
• Alternate weekends
• Day shifts with potential sleep-in duties

About the Role

• Support children and young people within a residential care setting.

• Help meet the social, recreational, physical and psychological needs of service users.

• Enable children and young people to lead fulfilling and positive lives.

• Provide high-quality care and support in line with internal and external standards.

• Contribute to creating a safe, nurturing and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support children and young people with their day-to-day care needs.

• Promote independence, wellbeing and personal development.

• Build positive and trusting relationships with service users.

• Support social and recreational activities.

• Maintain accurate records where required.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals.

• Follow safeguarding, care and support procedures at all times.

Benefits

• Paid mandatory training.

• Ongoing career development and training opportunities.

• Genuine opportunities for career progression.

• WOW-Wheel reward scheme.

• Flexibility around family commitments.

• Refer-a-friend bonus scheme.

• Loyalty bonuses.

• Strong support from a company focused on improving lives.

Essential Requirements

• Full UK driving licence.

• Access to your own vehicle.

• Respect for the dignity and privacy of service users.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

• Strong communication and listening skills.

• Reliable, honest and trustworthy.

• Calm, patient and approachable manner.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

• Basic literacy and numeracy skills.

• Commitment to equal opportunities and high-quality care.

• Caring, friendly and positive attitude.

Desirable Experience and Qualifications

• Key worker experience.

• Experience supporting people with:

• Learning disabilities
• Mental health needs
• Physical disabilities

• Experience providing personal care.

• Experience writing and maintaining care plans.

• Experience organising social and recreational activities.

• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Children’s and Young People’s Workforce.

Important Information

• Sponsorship is not available for this role.

• Applications are welcomed from candidates who are passionate about supporting children and young people.

Why Join Ashdown Care?

• Opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people.

• Supportive and rewarding working environment.

• Ongoing professional development opportunities.

• Career progression within a growing care organisation.

• Be part of a team dedicated to delivering exceptional care and support.

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