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Residential Social Care Officer (Fenton Road)

Hartlepool Borough Council

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Salary

£27,709 to £34,811

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Full time

Closing date

8 November 2026

17 days left

Job description

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.

If you have any queries regarding this role, please email emma.mchale@hartlepool.gov.uk 

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

PLEASE NOTE- All communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the e-mail address that you have registered. Please ensure that you also check your junk mail.

Attachments

  • 108211 RSCO - PS.pdf
  • 108211 RSCO - JD.pdf
  • Benefits Infographic Oct 24.pdf
  • Recruitment - GDPR.docx
  • Recruitment - Application Guidance.docx

How to apply

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Provenance

Source

LG Jobs

First seen

23 October 2026

Last checked

23 October 2026

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About the employer

HBC
Hartlepool Borough Council

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