Residential ChildCare Officer


Company:	The Care Hub
Salary:	£29,868.75 - £31,893.75
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	NE33 1AF
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	28 Jul 2026
Closing date:	27 Aug 2026

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Summary

Residential Childcare Officer – South Shields

A UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are required for this role with the willingness to get business insurance. We do not accept sponsorships for this job role, must hold a right to work in the UK.

Experience in children’s residential care is essential

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary: £29,868.75 - £31,893.75, dependent on experience and qualifications.

• Sleeps paid at £50 per night plus possibility of Over Time

• Mileage is paid at a rate of 40p per mile

• Comprehensive benefits package, including enhanced DBS check, healthcare plan, and excellent learning and development opportunities.

• Enjoy perks like our profit share scheme, recognition program, credit union saving scheme, free parking, and company events.

• Join a vibrant, inclusive culture that values your contributions and celebrates success.

Reports to: Senior Residential Officers, Deputy Manager & Registered Manager

Hours: 38.5 per week, to be worked on a rota basis, in accordance with the needs of the service. Flexibility is essential due to days, evenings, sleep-ins, waking nights and Bank Holidays are all required shifts.

Residential Childcare Officers are on a 4-week rolling rota (can be subject to change, based on the needs of the service).

Contracted to 4 sleeps PCM (but usually minimum 6 + PCM)

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• To provide care and support to children and young people.

• Adhere to, uphold and exemplify the Group’s core values.

• To participate in duties associated with the home as directed by the home Management team

• To be aware of and comply with the statutory requirements and all the company’s policies and procedures including those of outdoor activities.

Job Purpose and Role

ROC the National Care Employer of the Year (2022) is looking for a Residential Childcare Officer to join the team in safe, nurturing, and caring homes for children and young people.

As a Residential Childcare Officer, you will be providing direct day-to-day care and to support Adolescents who display emotional or behavioural difficulties and/or learning disabilities, fulfil their potential, reach their aspirations, and participate in outdoor activities or alternative education. Assisting the deputy manager and Registered Manager, to provide the highest standard of care to any young person/s placed.

Essential Requirements:

Level 3 Children's Residential highly desirable

Experience in residential children's homes

A driving licence and access to a vehicle

Apply now if you want to make a difference

Do you want to support children and young people’s learning and personal development?

Do you want to make a difference in their lives?

Would you like to work with our innovative team that values honesty, commitment, flexibility, and integrity?

So – if you are an experienced Residential Childcare Officer, have applicable life experience or someone currently working with children and looking for a change in career apply now or call on 0330 335 8999

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