Senior Residential Care Officer

Senior Residential Care Officer
Permanent | 37 hours per week
Annual Salary £35,570 - 38,510

Please note that we’re unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role, so candidates will need to have an existing right to work in the UK. 

• Are you interested in an enhanced training package and career progression opportunities?
• Do you want to make a difference to the lives of children and young people in Stockton-on-Tees?

Look no further! We have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Residential Care Officer to join our friendly, supportive team here at Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council.

About us
Residential Care at Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council is dedicated to transforming the lives of children and young people by providing safe, nurturing and family-focused homes where they can thrive. Supported by skilled care teams and therapeutic services, we help young people build confidence, overcome challenges and prepare for a positive future.

Our approach is reflected in the feedback we receive from those who know our homes best, with one young person describing their experience as “living as part of a family” , while Ofsted has recognised that “it’s clear the children in this home are loved” and that “children love living here and do not want to leave”.

Professionals also praise our homes as “brilliant” and our staff as “child-centred” , highlighting the genuine care and pride they take in supporting young people to achieve their potential.

About the role
As a Senior Residential Care Officer, you will act as a committed corporate parent and passionate advocate for children in our care, ensuring their voices are heard and their needs are championed.

Guided by the Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards, you will help create a safe, stable and nurturing home environment where young people feel valued, supported and empowered to reach their full potential. Through positive relationships, guidance and encouragement, you will help children and young people develop the confidence, resilience and life skills they need to thrive, both now and in the future.

About you
We are looking for:

• Enthusiastic, tenacious and motivated individuals
• Experience of working with children and young people
• Creativity and child focused
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare
• Skills and knowledge to support the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager

To learn more about the role and what we're looking for, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification in the Supporting Documents section.

Why join us?

At Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, we know that great people deliver great services. That's why we are committed to creating a workplace where employees are trusted, valued and supported.

In return, we offer an attractive benefits package designed to support your career, wellbeing and work-life balance, including:

• A competitive salary of up to £38,510
• 27 days annual leave per year rising to 32 with 5 years service (plus bank holidays). Ability to purchase additional leave is also available.
• Generous Pension Scheme through the LGPS with ability to pay extra and plan for retirement.
• Access to a number of other employee benefits including learning & development opportunities, a car lease scheme, discounts at high street and online retailers, access to online GP appointments, an employee assistance programme and physiotherapy services.

Visit our Careers page to discover exciting opportunities and learn more about life at Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council.

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Think this could be the right opportunity for you?
We'd love to hear from you. For an informal discussion about the role, please contact:

Sarah Jackson - Registered Manager
View email address on northeastjobs.org.uk

We expect to hold interviews on 6 November 2026. If you are shortlisted, you will be notified via North East Jobs. 

Important Applicant Guidance 

Accuracy and Use of AI Tools: You must ensure that anything submitted in your application is factually accurate. Plagiarism can include presenting the ideas and experience of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own. Whilst we accept candidates may use AI tools within job applications; submissions must be truthful and relevant to your own experience. 

Application Updates and Communication: All updates regarding your application, including interview invitations, will be sent from ‘View email address on northeastjobs.org.uk’ to the email linked to your North East Jobs account, and will also appear in the ‘My Messages’ section of your account. 

Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions): This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended). Applicants are therefore required to disclose all criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings, including those which would normally be considered spent, subject to the filtering rules applicable under current legislation. 

Right to Work: All applicants must provide valid proof of their right to work in the UK in accordance with Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council’s statutory employment checks. Employment cannot commence or continue unless this has been verified.  

Council Principles: The Council’s recruitment principles require fairness, transparency, and a commitment to attracting and developing local talent.  

Limitations: Where an individual cannot demonstrate a valid right to work in the UK, the Council will be unable to progress or continue the appointment. This includes cases where an existing employee’s visa is due to expire and sponsorship is not granted.