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Foster Carer - South Tyneside Council63093917082627120

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Foster Carer - South Tyneside Council

##### **Job Summary** Contract Type: Please See Advert Text Working Pattern: Please see advert text Advert Start Date: 01/05/2025 Advert End Date: 31/10/2025 12:00 Salary: Earn up to £52,832pa looking after two children -- (£1016.00 per week). (See advert text for further information) Hours per week: Please see advert text Job Category: Social Care - Children Service Vacancy ID: 279741 Employment Location: Self Employed - Home based Number of posts: See advert text Closing date: 31 Oct ##### **Further Information** **Earn up to £26,416pa looking after 1 child -- (£508.00 per week)** **Or up £52,832pa looking after two children -- (£1016.00 per week)** **(See job description for full salary details and additional benefits)** Foster Carer South Tyneside Council **Further Information:** Children throughout South Tyneside are in need of safe, nurturing homes; and we are seeking highly motivated and dedicated people who can be their new Foster Carers. Our children come from a wide range of backgrounds, so we need carers who are as individual and diverse as our children are. We are seeking carers from all cultures, religions and ethnic groups; carers who are single or in couples, and carers of different sexual orientations. You can be a full-time carer for our children, or you can balance fostering with working outside of the home. We welcome applications from people who have not parented before, and from carers who may already have children or grandchildren. Our children need homes for lots of different reasons and different lengths of time. They may need a home for one day, one year, or for the rest of their childhood, but no matter how long you care for a child, you will have a lasting impact on the rest of their lives. Our generous financial payments/allowances help you to provide care for a local child and/or children, whether that be on a short or long-term basis. As a Foster Carer, you will be home based and will have full support from our experienced in-house fostering team, based at Market Place, South Shields. At South Tyneside Council we offer many types of fostering to suit your lifestyle and commitments. Our friendly and knowledgeable recruitment team will discuss with you how fostering might fit your current commitments and find a type of fostering that is right for you and your circumstances. **Salary:** Foster Carers are paid a weekly allowance depending on the age of the child they are caring for as well as an additional weekly carer payment. Below gives further details: **Fostering child allowances:** Below is a chart which indicates the weekly allowance you would be paid per child based on their age. Weekly fostering allowance depending on age of child in your care 0-2 years £170.00 3-4 years £176.00 5-10 years £194.00 11-15 year £220.00 16-17 years £258.00 **Foster Carer Payment:** Most new Foster Carers begin at Level 2 and have the opportunity to progress on to Level 3-4 by completing a training progression programme. The following weekly amounts are paid for each child in your care: Weekly Foster Carer payment Level 2 £250.00 Level 3 £350.00 Level 4 £450.00 **EXAMPLE:** If you are a new carer looking after two children aged 5 and 11 you would receive the following per week: CHILD ALLOWANCE FOR 5 YEAR OLD: £194.00 CHILD ALLOWANCE FOR 11 YEAR OLD: £220.00 CARER PAYMENT FOR CHILD 1: £250.00 CARER PAYMENT FOR CHILD 2: £250.00 **TOTAL PAYABLE PER WEEK: £914.00 (£47,528pa)** **TAX EXEMPTION INFO:** As a self employed Foster Carer, In your tax return, you'll be able to claim: * a tax exemption of up to £19,360 per household * tax relief for every week you foster a child On top of the £19,360 exemption, you also get tax relief for every week (or part week) that a child is in your care. This means you do not usually pay tax on your earnings from foster care, even if they go over £19,360. This is known as qualifying care relief. You may be entitled to National Insurance credits, which count towards your State Pension. **Further details can be found here:** **Help and support for foster parents in England: Tax arrangements - GOV.UK** **www.gov.uk/support-for-foster-parents/tax-arrangements** **As well as the weekly payments detailed above, we also offer a range of other financial and supportive benefits including:** * Our newly updated fee structure ranging from £250 per child per week up to £450 per child per week * A Payment For Skills progression programme so carers can develop their skills and increase their earning potential * Competitive allowances based on the age of the child you care for * 14 nights paid holiday each year. If the holiday is not used the equivalent payment will be made to Foster Carers * Annual school uniform payments * Setting Up payments to help you furnish a room, and buy equipment when you begin your fostering journey * Mileage paid at 48p per mile, door-to-door, for any journeys linked to the child's plan; such as school runs, medical appointments and family time sessions * The Mockingbird Family Model: offering all new carers the chance to join one of our very successful Mockingbird Hubs where they will receive support from fellow carers * A bespoke training programme both before and after you become a Foster Carer * Access to Solihull training to help you understand and respond to our children's needs * Peer support groups where you can meet other Foster Carers * Max Cards which offer Foster Carers and children discounted access to family activities * Free swimming sessions for Foster Carers and the children they foster in South Tyneside leisure centres. * An annual Foster Carer Celebration event where carers achievements are celebrated and rewarded. * A specially trained fostering Social Worker to support you throughout your fostering journey * Social work support on evenings, weekends and bank holidays via our Emergency Duty Team (EDT) service. **To become a Foster Carers you must:** * Be over 21 years of age * Have a spare bedroom or be willing to have a child under the age of 3 sleep in a cot in your bedroom\* * Children under the age of 5 cannot be cared for in a household where there are smokers Fostering is not only a life choice but can also be an extremely rewarding career choice. This is a great opportunity for you to do something new and make a positive change to children and young people's lives. **If you are an empathetic person who can listen to children and provide them with a safe, stable, and loving home please get in touch with us on 07744 3250695 or 0191 4238500 or email us at** **fostering@southtyneside.gov.uk** **or visit our website** **http://campaigns.southtyneside.gov.uk/fostering**

South Tyneside, UK

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Children's Residential Service Manager63093969467137121

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Children's Residential Service Manager

We are seeking a Registered Service Manager - Children's Residential to join our clients' new service in Darlington. You must be a motivated individual who is keen to join a new service and develop both it and the team from the very beginning. This is a full time, permanent position with an immediate start available. Hours of work are 9 am - 5 pm, Monday to Friday. **You will also receive a £5,000 joining bonus when you start in this post.** **Responsibilities** * Lead, inspire, and manage a Multi-Building Children's Home, ensuring outstanding care for children who stay with you for around four months. * Work hand-in-hand with Operations Manager, Assistant Manager, and wider team to deliver on mission of stability, safety, health, and independence. * Mentor your team, shaping them into exceptional professionals who can see beyond behaviours and focus on the child. * Create a dynamic, well-run service that meets the highest standards of care and aligns with its statement of purpose. * Collaborate with external agencies to ensure holistic, child-focused outcomes. **Requirements** * Experience managing a Residential Children's Home * Proven expertise in leading and developing teams of support workers * Comprehensive knowledge of SCCIF, Children's Home Regulations, and Quality Standards * Ideally, a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management * A full UK driving licence and access to your own transport * A creative, compassionate leader with a passion for working with children **Benefits** * Competitive salary; £50-58,000 per annum * 33 days holiday, with extra days for continuous service at 2 and 5 years * Private Medical Insurance, Medicash plan, 24/7 GP access, cashback on optical/dental treatments, and gym discounts. * **£5,000 joining bonus when you start in this post** If you are passionate about making a difference in students' lives and possess the skills to lead a dynamic team, we invite you to apply today to join The Student Mentoring Company! Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £50,000.00-£58,000.00 per year Schedule: * Day shift * Monday to Friday * No weekends Work Location: In person Reference ID: LS-RMD

Darlington, UK

£50,000-58,000

Mental health support worker63093910367489122

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Mental health support worker

Join Alcedo Care North Yorkshire as a Mental Health Workerworking within the area of Catterick. Excellent rates of pay 14.00- 14.50PLUS Pension PLUS Holiday Pay (equating to a Rolled Up pay rate of 16.16 - 16.74) Are you passionate about making a positive difference in peoples lives? Do you have a caring nature, and desire to support individuals in their own homes as a Mental Health Worker? Alcedo Care are proudly recognised as a Top 20 Rated Home Care Group for the past five years. Youll join our amazing team delivering quality care, making a real difference by enriching lives and supporting independence within your local community. * 250 Welcome Bonus after your successful 3-month probation review * Enhanced bank holiday rates * Extra earnings through our referral scheme - 252 / referral. * Mileage contribution for drivers * Flexible working hours (full-time, part time and casual) * Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for 24/7 wellbeing support Were proud of our strong family values and supportive culture. With over 25 branches across the North West, Lakes and Cumbria, Yorkshire, and Wales, we deliver more than a million care hours each year. Our award-winning in-house training team, including Registered Nurses, ensure you receive all the support and skills you need as a Mental Health Worker, recognised nationally with the Princess Royal Training Award. We believe in helping you develop in your career with Alcedo Care. Through our Rising Stars programme, we offer structured development including fully funded NVQs and mentoring. Role As a Mental Health Support Worker you will provide compassionate, person-centred support to individuals living with a range of mental health conditions. Your role will involve helping clients maintain daily routines, manage emotional wellbeing, and access community resources, whilst promoting independence and dignity. Youll offer both practical assistance and emotional encouragement, supporting people in their own homes to build confidence, reduce isolation, and achieve their personal goals. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real, lasting impact on someone's life. As a Mental Health Worker, you will have a minimum of 6 months experience within a UK care setting. Due to the nature of the role, including personal care, unsupervised work with vulnerable individuals, and the need to work flexible hours including late evenings and night shifts, applicants must be aged 18 or over. This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. Join Our Team If youre ready to start a rewarding career with a company that truly values its carers, wed love to hear from you. Our local recruiter is on hand to guide you through the process. Apply today as a Mental Health Workerand take your first step with Alcedo Care.

Northallerton, UK

Female Waking Night - Bishop Auckland63093595177219123

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Female Waking Night - Bishop Auckland

Package Description **Job Title:** Female Children's Waking Night Support Worker **Location:** Bishop Auckland **Salary:** £13.70 Per Hour **Hours:** Full-time, 39 hours per week **Driving Requirement:** Full UK Driving Licence is required **About Us:**Keys Group is a leading provider of innovative care and education services for children and young people with complex needs, emotional, and behavioural difficulties. Our mission is to make every day extraordinary for the children we support, believing in their potential and helping them achieve it. **The Opportunity:**We are experiencing continued growth within our EPIC team and are seeking full-time superheroes to join our amazing, supportive team in Bishop Auckland. As a Children's Residential Waking Night Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in delivering outstanding care and support, helping young people lead happy and fulfilling lives. Keys Group provides sector-leading training and coaching to help our staff level up and advance their careers. By learning new key skills and gaining a variety of excellent qualifications, you will open up numerous progression opportunities within the social care sector. Many of our regional and service managers started as support workers and have successfully climbed the Keys ladder -- and we are committed to supporting you to do the same! **Key Responsibilities:** * Provide a safe, caring, and loving home environment for children and young people * Act as a positive role model to meet their everyday living needs. * Participate in fun activities and outings such as football, PlayStation, cycling, and baking. * Encourage and share hobbies and interests. * Perform household tasks such as cooking and cleaning. * Offer emotional and physical support to help children reach their full potential in sometimes challenging situations. * Build friendships and trusting relationships. * Empower young people to make decisions about their lives. **Requirements:** * A full UK Driving Licence is essential. **Benefits of joining Keys Group** * **Real Progression Opportunities --**Let us invest in you and level up your career * **Competitive Salary:** We offer the Real Living Wage as a minimum. * **Enhanced Pay Scales:** Recognise both qualifications and experience with higher pay rates * **Family Support:** Enhanced company maternity and paternity pay. * **Rewarding Job -**Full of variety and enjoyment. No two days are ever the same * **Supportive Management** - regular supervisions and appraisals to ensure you are enjoying life at Keys Group * **Regular Team Meetings --**Include and contribute your ideas towards the progression of the service and have your voice heard * **Funded Qualifications**-- We fully fund and support you to obtain a range of QCF's opening up further career opportunities and extra pay * **Paid Training --**Get paid to enrol in our sector leading training and level up your career * **Full Induction Program:** Comprehensive introductory training to set you up for success. * **Free Meals --** Enjoy complimentary meals during your shift **Amazing Discount Schemes**- You'll have access to both the Hapi App \& a Blue Light Card which give you incredible discounts at high street retailers, days out, gifts, holidays - even when buying a car * **NEST Pension Scheme:** Secure your future with our pension plan. * **Wellbeing Support, Advice and Guidance** -- via our Employee Assistance Program though an online portal or over the telephone * **Staff Referral Scheme**-- Refer a friend to join Keys Group and split a £500 referral bonus between you * **Generous Annual Leave:** 28 days of annual leave, including Bank Holidays entitlement **Free Enhanced DBS Check:** We cover the cost of your enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. **Safeguarding Commitment**: Keys Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone in our care. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. **Equal Opportunities:** Keys Group is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all sections of the community. Keys Group are very proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant that means we have made a commitment to welcoming service personnel, veterans and military families into the group. We are delighted to have veteran friendly policies, offer a Veterans Peer Support Network within our teams and are able to offer Military Awareness and support to our colleagues. As part of our commitment, we will offer a guaranteed interview to current and former service personnel providing that they meet the criteria of the role that they are applying for. If you feel that you meet the criteria for this, please ensure that you have your military experience detailed on your CV for one of our resourcing team to get in touch.

Bishop Auckland DL14, UK

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