Residential Childcare Officer(s) (Children's Residential Care Homes)

Residential Childcare Officer(s) (Residential Provision, Children's Home, South Tyneside)

£33,832 pa (Inclusive of Market Forces Supplement, Subject to Review 31 August 2028) Plus Weekend Enhancements & Sleep in Allowance (plus 10% Non-Standard Shift Allowance

Join Us in Shaping the Future of Residential Care in South Tyneside

We’re expanding our Residential Services and building new, modern homes- making this a truly exciting time to join South Tyneside Council. As a Residential Childcare Officer, you’ll play a vital role in delivering exceptional care and support to children and young people.

You’ll work directly with children, young people, and their families, helping to create safe, nurturing environments where they can thrive. As part of a dedicated care team, you’ll collaborate with other professionals to champion the needs of those in your care, using a variety of approaches to support their development, build life skills, and prepare them for adulthood.

This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to make a lasting difference. If you’re committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care and want to be part of a forward-thinking service, we’d love to hear from you.

What We Offer:

• A supportive team environment committed to child-centred practice
• Opportunities to make a real impact in the lives of vulnerable children and young people
• Ongoing training and development
• Competitive salary (Band 5) including a market forces supplement
• Flexible working patterns including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience working with children and young people, ideally in residential or multi-agency settings (but not essential)
• You will possess a Level 3 qualification (or willingness to work towards)
• Strong interpersonal skills and emotional resilienceA commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently
• Willingness to undertake training and continuous professional development

Whether you’re experienced in childcare or looking to start a meaningful career, we welcome your application. Join us in creating safe, nurturing environments where children and young people can grow and succeed.

In June 2026, Ofsted recognised the significant progress made across South Tyneside Children's Services, with services judged Good for children who need help and protection, Good for children in care, Outstanding for care leavers, and Good for the impact of leaders on social work practice with children and families. Inspectors described South Tyneside's workforce as "an asset" and found that staff feel part of something special, valuing the support, supervision and development opportunities available to them.

For an informal discussion about the role, or visit to the Children’s Home, please contact Janine Henson, Registered Manager on .

We offer an excellent benefits package and further information is available here -

South Tyneside Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant pre-employment checks.

We do not currently offer skilled worker visa sponsorship.

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Closing date: Noon, 20 October 2026.

Interviews will take place between 4 - 6 November 2026

Previous unsuccessful candidates need not apply

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