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Care Assistant

Hybrid in Gateshead·Part-time·Added today (last checked 3 Nov)

Gateshead Council

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Our summary

Salary: £30,515 - £33,119 a year
About £2,120 - £2,280 a month after tax.
Work mode: Hybrid, Gateshead
Contract: Permanent, part-time hours
Closing date: Apply by Saturday 14 November
Holiday: 28 days holiday
Commute: Cycle to work scheme

Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

A Level 3 qualification in Caring for Children and Young People, a Level 3 Diploma for Children and Young People's Workforce (or equivalent), or a willingness to work towards this qualification.
Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding, child protection and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
An understanding of disabilities and the impact they can have on children, young people and their families.
Experience of building positive relationships and rapport with children and young people.
Experience of working with care plans and supporting individual needs and outcomes.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues, families and partner agencies.
A flexible, caring and proactive approach, with a commitment to training, teamwork and delivering excellent care and support.

Applicants must be at least 21 years old in line with Children's Homes National Minimum Standards and be at least four years older than the oldest child accommodated.

If Successful you will have to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Competitive Salary: We offer fair and transparent pay that reflects your skills and experience.
Outstanding Pension Scheme: We don't just offer a great salary - we invest in your future too. Find out what benefits a Local Government Pension provides: https://twpf.info
Generous Annual Leave: Enjoy 28 days of annual leave, rising to 32 days after 5 years (2 of which can be fixed by the Council), plus the option to buy up to 10 extra days.
Flexible Working Hours: Benefit from up to 26 flexi days per year (subject to business needs), giving you more control over your time.
Hybrid & Flexible Working: We support a healthy work-life balance with flexible and hybrid working options.
Learning & Development: Access a wide range of training, development, and progression opportunities to help you grow your career.
Health & Wellbeing Support: From discounted gym memberships through our partner GLL to mental health resources, we care about your wellbeing.
Cycle to Work Scheme: Save money and stay active with our tax-efficient cycle to work programme.
Electric & Hybrid Car Scheme: Get behind the wheel of a brand-new electric or hybrid vehicle through our salary sacrifice car scheme in partnership with NHS Fleet Solutions - a cost-effective, environmentally friendly way to drive (after 12 months service).
Exclusive Discounts & Salary Sacrifice: Through our VIVUP employee benefits platform, enjoy discounts on shopping, travel, and services - plus salary sacrifice options on white goods, electronics, and more, helping you spread the cost of essential purchases (after 6 months service).

21 hours per week on a rota basis. Salary £30,515 - £33,119 pro rata to part time hours

The role

Who we are & what we stand for

What you will get to do:

Provide emotional, behavioural, personal care, hygiene and safety support to children and young people using the service.
Promote independence whilst respecting the dignity, privacy, choice and individual rights of service users.
Build positive relationships with children and young people and support their emotional and social wellbeing.
Work effectively with colleagues, parents, carers and other professionals to implement and review care plans.
Plan, organise and support activities both within the home and in the community, ensuring individual needs and preferences are met.
Maintain accurate records and contribute to the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of care plans.
Support children and young people safely, following individual risk assessments and care plans.
Administer medication following appropriate training and procedures.
Undertake domestic and laundry duties to help maintain a clean, safe and welcoming home environment.
Work flexibly, including during school holiday periods, to ensure the needs of the children and young people are met.
Participate in training and development activities to continually enhance your skills and knowledge.

Hiring process

You can apply online using the apply now button below. Within the form, you'll be asked for details about you, your career history, skills, experiences and qualifications.

We advise you to be as detailed and specific as possible, paying particular attention to any of the above which are relevant to the role to which you are applying.

If you have any questions about your application, please don't hesitate to reach out to our recruitment team via recruitment@gateshead.gov.uk

Please note: As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role. However, in high-volume recruitment situations, it may not always be practicable to interview every eligible candidate. In such cases, we may need to prioritise those who best meet the essential criteria, based on the information provided in the application.

Additionally, the Council reserves the right to close this vacancy early or adjust the shortlisting criteria, including the pass mark for interview selection, to ensure a fair and manageable recruitment process. We encourage early applications.

About Gateshead Council

Industry: Local government

In their own words

About the company & team

Do you want to help make Gateshead a place where everyone thrives? If that sounds like you, keep reading - we might be the perfect match.

We're delighted that you're interested in working with us. You'd be joining us at a very exciting time.

We pride ourselves on our ambitious and forward-thinking approach to taking care of Gateshead and its people, and we passionately believe that our employees reflect that spirit in truly enabling Gateshead to thrive.

At Gateshead Council you'd be a highly valued member of a team that recognises and respects the skills that you bring to your role, encourages creativity and passionately advocates a great work / life balance. Our actions speak louder than words, and with flexi-time and hybrid working available across many of our roles, as well as a full suite of outstanding employee benefits, we're confident that it isn't just the salary that attracts our staff.

Be the difference in a child's day, every day.

Grove House provides short break care and support for children and young people with disabilities, offering a safe, welcoming and nurturing environment where they can enjoy new experiences, build confidence and develop independence. Working closely with families, carers and professionals, our team is committed to delivering high-quality person-centred care that promotes wellbeing, choice and positive outcomes for every child and young person who accesses the service.

Small moments of care. Lifelong impact.

Help children thrive through compassion, support and encouragement.

What you will bring (Essential Criteria)

Additional information

We are an equal opportunities employer and aim to have a culture and a workplace where our people feel a sense of belonging, are respected and empowered to do their best work. We know that we deliver better services when our workforce reflects the full range of backgrounds and experiences in the society we serve. We welcome applications from suitably qualified people from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation

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