Residential SCO (Bank) Stockton Road
Job Summary
Contract Type:
Casual / Seasonal / Bank / Permanently Variable hours
Working Pattern:
As and when required
Advert Start Date:
02/09/2026
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 18/09/2026 23:59
Hours per week:
As and when required
Job Category:
Social Care - Children Service
Employment Location:
various homes
Further Information
Hartlepool is a vibrant and energetic town with growing prospects. As an authority we provide our children and young people with the best support and service that we can possibly can. Our most recent ILACS Inspection carried out In March 2024 rated us ‘outstanding’.
Our children’s homes are all currently judged as ‘good’ by Ofsted.
We want to recruit bank staff to work within our childrens homes and join our dedicated, driven and committed staff teams.
Children’s Joint Commissioning Services are recruiting for bank staff across our homes although you will be attached to one home where you will receive supervision, support and training there will be an expectation you work where required.
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 of working 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
Please note that this post is a Safer Recruitment post and will be subject to DBS clearance at the appropriate level.
If you need help to complete the application form, then support is available from the Council's Jobs & Skills Service. You can contact the team by phoning 01429 868616 or by sending an e-mail to careers.service@hartlepool.gov.uk.
Further information on training to upskill and boost your CV is also available online at www.hartlepooljobsandskills.com
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Please note
This job is closed for applications.